CPU
GPU
Core i3-3245
Atom C3558
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 i3-3245 is positioned at rank 794 and the Atom C3558 is on rank 365, so the Atom C3558 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3245
Performance Per Dollar Atom C3558
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont (2016−2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i3-3245 and Atom C3558
Core i3-3245
The Core i3-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $69.
Atom C3558
The Atom C3558 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 16 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,431 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3245 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom C3558 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom C3558 has 2 more cores. The Atom C3558 is built on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-3245 scores 2,412 against the Atom C3558's 2,431 — a 0.8% lead for the Atom C3558. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-3245 vs 8 MB on the Atom C3558.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+55% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 8 MB+167% |
| L2 Cache | — | 8 MB |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | — | Goldmont (2016−2017) |
| PassMark | 2,412 | 2,431 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3245 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom C3558 uses FCBGA1310 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-3245 versus DDR4-2133 on the Atom C3558 — the Atom C3558 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3558 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-3245) vs 12 (Atom C3558) — the Core i3-3245 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FCBGA1310 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 256 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Core i3-3245) / not specified (Atom C3558). The Core i3-3245 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Atom C3558 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3245 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
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