Core i3-2348M vs C-50

CPU

GPU

Core i3-2348M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2013

C-50

2 Cores2 Thrd9 WWMax: 1 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-2348M

2 / 4

1,286

+0.3%

1,282

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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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 i3-2348M is positioned at rank 775 and the C-50 is on rank 777, so the Core i3-2348M 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 i3-2348M

#763

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1141%

#764

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1124%

#765

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1032%

#766

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1027%

#767

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1018%

#769

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

983%

#770

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

942%

#771

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

941%

#772

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

916%

#775

Core i3-2348M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar C-50

#765

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1144%

#766

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1128%

#767

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1035%

#768

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1030%

#769

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1021%

#771

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

986%

#772

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

945%

#773

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

944%

#774

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

918%

#777

C-50

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i3-2348M delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the C-50 in both compute-intensive tasks (0.3% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i3-2348M	C-50
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ontario (2011−2012) / 40 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i3-2348M	C-50
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.

Core i3-2348M Benchmark Check

C-50 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2348M and C-50

Core i3-2348M

The Core i3-2348M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,286 points. Launch price was $225.

C-50

The C-50 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR3 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,282 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-2348M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the C-50's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Core i3-2348M versus 1 GHz on the C-50 — a 78.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-2348M. The Core i3-2348M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the C-50 uses Ontario (2011−2012) (40 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2348M scores 1,286 against the C-50's 1,282 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-2348M. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-2348M vs 0 kB on the C-50.

Feature	Core i3-2348M	C-50
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz+130%	1 GHz
Base Clock	2.3 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512K (per core)
Process	32 nm-20%	40 nm
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Ontario (2011−2012)
PassMark	1,286	1,282

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2348M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the C-50 uses FT1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core i3-2348M versus DDR3-1066 on the C-50 — the Core i3-2348M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2348M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-2348M) vs 1 (C-50). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-2348M) vs 4 (C-50) — the Core i3-2348M offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i3-2348M) and AMD BGA413 (C-50).

Feature	Core i3-2348M	C-50
Socket	PGA988	FT1
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	1333+44333%	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	16	4 GB+26214300%
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+300%	4

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i3-2348M) / not specified (C-50). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2348M) and Radeon HD 6250 (C-50) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i3-2348M rivals Core i3-2330M.