Core 3 N350 vs Ryzen 5 2400GE
Core 3 N350
Ryzen 5 2400GE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Core 3 N350 is positioned at rank #666 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 3 N350
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+175%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 3 N350 and Ryzen 5 2400GE
Core 3 N350
The Core 3 N350 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 7,249 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 5 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,237 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core 3 N350 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core 3 N350 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core 3 N350 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400GE — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Core 3 N350 (base: 0.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core 3 N350 uses the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 3 N350 scores 7,249 against the Ryzen 5 2400GE's 7,237 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 3 N350. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core 3 N350 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400GE.
| Feature | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+3% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 0.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+3100% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Twin Lake (2024−2025) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,249 | 7,237 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 826 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,847 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 3 N350 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core 3 N350) / Yes (Ryzen 5 2400GE). The Ryzen 5 2400GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 11), while the Core 3 N350 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 11 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Core 3 N350 launched at $225 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE debuted at $169. At current prices ($220 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 2400GE is $140 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 3 N350 delivers 33.0 pts/$ vs 90.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400GE — making the Ryzen 5 2400GE the 93.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core 3 N350 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225 | $169-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $220 | $80-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.0 | 90.5+174% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2018 |
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