Core i3-2357M vs Core i3-3110M

Core i3-2357M

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.3 GHz2011

Core i3-3110M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-2357M

2 / 4

1,645

0.0%

1,656

+0.7%

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 Core i3-3110M is on rank 917, so the Core i3-2357M 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 Core i3-3110M

#905

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1595%

#906

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1571%

#907

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1442%

#908

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1436%

#909

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1423%

#911

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1374%

#912

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1317%

#913

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1315%

#914

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1280%

#917

Core i3-3110M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

99%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

98%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i3-3110M delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i3-2357M in both compute-intensive tasks (0.7% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i3-2357M	Core i3-3110M
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i3-2357M	Core i3-3110M
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

Core i3-3110M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2357M and Core i3-3110M

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.

Core i3-3110M

The Core i3-3110M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,656 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-2357M and Core i3-3110M share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2357M versus 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-3110M — a 59.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-3110M (base: 1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i3-2357M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-3110M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2357M scores 1,645 against the Core i3-3110M's 1,656 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-3110M. Multi-core Geekbench: 440 vs 846 (63.1% advantage for the Core i3-3110M). Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i3-2357M	Core i3-3110M
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.3 GHz	2.4 GHz+85%
Base Clock	1.3 GHz	2.4 GHz+85%
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	22 nm-31%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,645	1,656
Cinebench R23 Multi	440	—
Geekbench 6 Single	—	424
Geekbench 6 Multi	440	846+92%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2357M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-3110M uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core i3-2357M versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-3110M — the Core i3-2357M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3110M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS57,QS67,UM67 (Core i3-2357M) and HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77 (Core i3-3110M).

Feature	Core i3-2357M	Core i3-3110M
Socket	BGA1023	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	1333+44333%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	16	32 GB+209715100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i3-2357M) vs VT-x (Core i3-3110M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2357M) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3110M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3110M targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-2357M rivals Core 2 Duo SU9600; Core i3-3110M rivals AMD A8-4500M.