Celeron N6211 vs Core i5-3427U

CPU

GPU

Celeron N6211

2 Cores2 Thrd1.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2022

Core i5-3427U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron N6211

2 / 2

2,245

0.0%

2,252

+0.3%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3427U

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1955%

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Core i5-3427U

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100%

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Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N6211 (2022) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron N6211	Core i5-3427U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Elkhart Lake (2022) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3427U (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron N6211	Core i5-3427U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Celeron N6211 Benchmark Check

Core i5-3427U Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

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Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Valorant

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N6211 and Core i5-3427U

Celeron N6211

The Celeron N6211 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 July 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Elkhart Lake (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1493. Thermal design power (TDP): 1.5 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $54.

Core i5-3427U

The Core i5-3427U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,252 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N6211 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-3427U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Celeron N6211 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i5-3427U — a 6.9% clock advantage for the Celeron N6211 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Celeron N6211 uses the Elkhart Lake (2022) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-3427U uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N6211 scores 2,245 against the Core i5-3427U's 2,252 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-3427U.

Feature	Celeron N6211	Core i5-3427U
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3 GHz+7%	2.8 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	1.8 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	—	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.5 MB+500%	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm-55%	22 nm
Architecture	Elkhart Lake (2022)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	2,245	2,252

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N6211 uses the BGA1493 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-3427U uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron N6211	Core i5-3427U
Socket	BGA1493	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	32
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Celeron N6211) / true (Core i5-3427U). The Core i5-3427U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Celeron N6211 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-3427U rivals AMD A8-4555M.