Core i3-2357M vs Atom N570

Core i3-2357M

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.3 GHz2011

Atom N570

2 Cores4 Thrd9 WWMax: 1.67 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-2357M

2 / 4

1,645

+0.9%

1,630

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 i3-2357M is positioned at rank 96 and the Atom N570 is on rank 35, so the Atom N570 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 i3-2357M

#27

Core Ultra 7 265HX

MSRP: $450|Avg: N/A

99%

#84

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

268%

#85

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

264%

#86

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

242%

#87

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

241%

#88

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

239%

#90

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

231%

#91

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

221%

#92

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

221%

#93

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

215%

#96

Core i3-2357M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#98

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

99%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

98%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

96%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom N570

#10

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

87%

#23

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

180%

#24

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

177%

#25

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

163%

#26

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

162%

#27

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

161%

#29

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

155%

#30

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

149%

#31

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

148%

#32

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

144%

#35

Atom N570

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

95%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

94%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Atom N570 leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-2357M is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.9% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i3-2357M	Atom N570
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior 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 (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i3-2357M	Atom N570
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 i3-2357M Benchmark Check

Atom N570 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2357M and Atom N570

Core i3-2357M

The Core i3-2357M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,645 points. Launch price was $250.

Atom N570

The Atom N570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 8.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,630 points. Launch price was $86.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-2357M and Atom N570 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2357M versus 1.67 GHz on the Atom N570 — a 24.9% clock advantage for the Atom N570 (base: 1.3 GHz vs 1.66 GHz). The Core i3-2357M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom N570 uses Pineview (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2357M scores 1,645 against the Atom N570's 1,630 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i3-2357M. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2357M vs 0 kB on the Atom N570.

Feature	Core i3-2357M	Atom N570
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.3 GHz	1.67 GHz+28%
Base Clock	1.3 GHz	1.66 GHz+28%
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	512K (per core)+100%
Process	32 nm-29%	45 nm
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Pineview (2009−2011)
PassMark	1,645	1,630
Cinebench R23 Multi	440	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	440	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2357M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom N570 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core i3-2357M versus DDR3-667 on the Atom N570 — the Core i3-2357M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2357M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 2 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-2357M) vs 1 (Atom N570). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-2357M) vs 0 (Atom N570) — the Core i3-2357M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS57,QS67,UM67 (Core i3-2357M) and Intel NM10 (Atom N570).

Feature	Core i3-2357M	Atom N570
Socket	BGA1023	FCBGA559
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	1333+44333%	DDR3-667
Max RAM Capacity	16	2 GB+13107100%
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i3-2357M) / not specified (Atom N570). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2357M) and Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N570) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i3-2357M rivals Core 2 Duo SU9600.