CPU
GPU
Core i3-2350M
A6-3410MX
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 i3-2350M is positioned at rank 634 and the A6-3410MX is on rank 850, so the Core i3-2350M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2350M
Performance Per Dollar A6-3410MX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2350M | A6-3410MX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2350M | A6-3410MX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2350M and A6-3410MX
Core i3-2350M
The Core i3-2350M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,276 points. Launch price was $225.
A6-3410MX
The A6-3410MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,274 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2350M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A6-3410MX offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A6-3410MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Core i3-2350M versus 2.3 GHz on the A6-3410MX — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i3-2350M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the A6-3410MX uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2350M scores 1,276 against the A6-3410MX's 1,274 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-2350M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 390 vs 271, a 36% lead for the Core i3-2350M that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2350M vs 0 kB on the A6-3410MX.
| Feature | Core i3-2350M | A6-3410MX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+44% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 1,276 | 1,274 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 390+44% | 271 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 806 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2350M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A6-3410MX uses FS1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Core i3-2350M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core i3-2350M | A6-3410MX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | FS1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i3-2350M) vs AMD-V (A6-3410MX). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2350M) and Radeon HD 6520G (A6-3410MX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2350M targets Laptop, A6-3410MX targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: A6-3410MX rivals Core i3-2330M.
| Feature | Core i3-2350M | A6-3410MX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 3000 | Radeon HD 6520G |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Laptop | Mainstream Laptop |
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