Core 3 N355 vs Xeon E-2126G
Core 3 N355
Xeon E-2126G
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core 3 N355 is positioned at rank 625 and the Xeon E-2126G is on rank 1001, so the Core 3 N355 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 3 N355
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2126G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 3 N355 | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($230) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 3 N355 | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+30%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($230) |
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 N355 and Xeon E-2126G
Core 3 N355
The Core 3 N355 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): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 10,502 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E-2126G
The Xeon E-2126G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 July 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,437 points. Launch price was $255.
Processing Power
The Core 3 N355 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E-2126G offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Core 3 N355 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core 3 N355 versus 4.5 GHz on the Xeon E-2126G — a 14.3% clock advantage for the Xeon E-2126G (base: 0.1 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core 3 N355 uses the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon E-2126G uses Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 3 N355 scores 10,502 against the Xeon E-2126G's 10,437 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 3 N355. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core 3 N355 vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon E-2126G.
| Feature | Core 3 N355 | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+33% | 6 / 6 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.5 GHz+15% |
| Base Clock | 0.1 GHz | 3.3 GHz+3200% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Twin Lake (2024−2025) | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 10,502 | 10,437 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 3 N355 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E-2126G uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 3 N355 | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core 3 N355 launched at $300 MSRP, while the Xeon E-2126G debuted at $2702. At current prices ($300 vs $230), the Xeon E-2126G is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 3 N355 delivers 35.0 pts/$ vs 45.4 pts/$ for the Xeon E-2126G — making the Xeon E-2126G the 25.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core 3 N355 | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300-89% | $2702 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $230-23% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.0 | 45.4+30% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2018 |
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