CPU
GPU
Core i3-380M
Celeron J3355
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 i3-380M is positioned at rank 11 and the Celeron J3355 is on rank 425, so the Core i3-380M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-380M
Performance Per Dollar Celeron J3355
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-380M | Celeron J3355 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-380M | Celeron J3355 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ 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 i3-380M and Celeron J3355
Core i3-380M
The Core i3-380M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 October 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 0.53 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: 1,212 points. Launch price was $49.
Celeron J3355
The Celeron J3355 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,203 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Core i3-380M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron J3355's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 0.53 GHz on the Core i3-380M versus 2.5 GHz on the Celeron J3355 — a 130% clock advantage for the Celeron J3355 (base: 2.53 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i3-380M uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron J3355 uses Apollo Lake (2014−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-380M scores 1,212 against the Celeron J3355's 1,203 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-380M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 450 vs 450, a 0% lead for the Celeron J3355 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,100 vs 850 (25.6% advantage for the Core i3-380M). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-380M vs 0 kB on the Celeron J3355.
| Feature | Core i3-380M | Celeron J3355 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.53 GHz | 2.5 GHz+372% |
| Base Clock | 2.53 GHz+26% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,212 | 1,203 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 450 | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,100+29% | 850 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-380M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron J3355 uses FCBGA1296 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core i3-380M versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron J3355 — the Celeron J3355 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-380M) vs 6 (Celeron J3355) — the Core i3-380M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i3-380M) and N/A (SoC) (Celeron J3355).
| Feature | Core i3-380M | Celeron J3355 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | FCBGA1296 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+167% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Gen 1) (Core i3-380M) and HD Graphics 500 (Celeron J3355) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-380M targets Legacy Laptop, Celeron J3355 targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Core i3-380M rivals AMD Athlon II P320; Celeron J3355 rivals Pentium J4205.
| Feature | Core i3-380M | Celeron J3355 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Gen 1) | HD Graphics 500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Low Power |
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