CPU
GPU
Core i3-3227U
Celeron 5305U
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 i3-3227U is positioned at rank 599 and the Celeron 5305U is on rank 656, so the Core i3-3227U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3227U
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 5305U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3227U | Celeron 5305U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3227U | Celeron 5305U |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3227U and Celeron 5305U
Core i3-3227U
The Core i3-3227U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,299 points. Launch price was $225.
Celeron 5305U
The Celeron 5305U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 1,307 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3227U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron 5305U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i3-3227U versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron 5305U — a 19% clock advantage for the Celeron 5305U (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i3-3227U uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron 5305U uses Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3227U scores 1,299 against the Celeron 5305U's 1,307 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron 5305U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 400 vs 480, a 18.2% lead for the Celeron 5305U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 900 vs 865 (4% advantage for the Core i3-3227U). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3227U vs 2 MB on the Celeron 5305U.
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Celeron 5305U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.3 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.3 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,299 | 1,307 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 400 | 480+20% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 900+4% | 865 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3227U uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron 5305U uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-3227U versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron 5305U — the Celeron 5305U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 5305U supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-3227U) vs 12 (Celeron 5305U) — the Core i3-3227U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM77,HM76 (Core i3-3227U) and Comet Lake-U (Celeron 5305U).
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Celeron 5305U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | FCBGA1528 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3227U) and UHD Graphics (Comet Lake) (Celeron 5305U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3227U targets Legacy Ultrabook, Celeron 5305U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-3227U rivals AMD A6-4455M; Celeron 5305U rivals Pentium Gold 6405U.
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Celeron 5305U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | UHD Graphics (Comet Lake) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Legacy Ultrabook | Budget |
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