Core i3-2332M vs Processor N50

CPU

GPU

Core i3-2332M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2011

Processor N50

2 Cores2 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-2332M

2 / 4

1,353

+1.0%

1,339

0.0%

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 i3-2332M is positioned at rank 284 and the Processor N50 is on rank 1066, so the Core i3-2332M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2332M

#82

Core i7-11700B

MSRP: $323|Avg: $311

99%

#83

Core i7-13700HX

MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A

98%

#272

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

434%

#273

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

427%

#274

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

392%

#275

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

391%

#276

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

387%

#278

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

374%

#279

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

358%

#280

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

358%

#281

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

348%

#284

Core i3-2332M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N50

#1054

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2805%

#1055

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2764%

#1056

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2537%

#1057

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2526%

#1058

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2503%

#1060

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2417%

#1061

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2317%

#1062

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2314%

#1063

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2251%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

100%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

99%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

96%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Processor N50 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-2332M	Processor N50
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-2332M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-2332M	Processor N50
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)

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.

Core i3-2332M Benchmark Check

Processor N50 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2332M and Processor N50

Core i3-2332M

The Core i3-2332M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,353 points. Launch price was $69.

Processor N50

The Processor N50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,339 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-2332M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Processor N50's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-2332M versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor N50 — a 42.9% clock advantage for the Processor N50 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Core i3-2332M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Processor N50 uses Alder Lake-N (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2332M scores 1,353 against the Processor N50's 1,339 — a 1% lead for the Core i3-2332M. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2332M vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor N50.

Feature	Core i3-2332M	Processor N50
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+55%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+120%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	6 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB (total)+700%
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Alder Lake-N (2023)
PassMark	1,353+1%	1,339
Geekbench 6 Single	369	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2332M uses the G2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor N50 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i3-2332M	Processor N50
Socket	G2	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2332M) / not specified (Processor N50). The Core i3-2332M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Processor N50 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2332M targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-2332M rivals A6-3400M.