Core i3-5020U vs Celeron N6211

CPU

GPU

Core i3-5020U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2015

Celeron N6211

2 Cores2 Thrd1.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-5020U

2 / 4

2,232

0.0%

2,245

+0.6%

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. The Core i3-5020U is positioned at rank #598 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i3-5020U

#184

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

100%

#185

Ryzen 7 5825C

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#586

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

789%

#587

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

777%

#588

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

713%

#589

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

710%

#590

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

704%

#592

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

680%

#593

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

652%

#594

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

651%

#595

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

633%

#598

Core i3-5020U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#608

Ryzen AI 5 330

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N6211 (2022) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-5020U	Celeron N6211
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Elkhart Lake (2022) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-5020U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-5020U	Celeron N6211
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 i3-5020U Benchmark Check

Celeron N6211 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-5020U and Celeron N6211

Core i3-5020U

The Core i3-5020U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,232 points. Launch price was $281.

Celeron N6211

The Celeron N6211 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 July 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Elkhart Lake (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1493. Thermal design power (TDP): 1.5 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $54.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-5020U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron N6211's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-5020U versus 3 GHz on the Celeron N6211 — a 30.8% clock advantage for the Celeron N6211 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i3-5020U uses the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron N6211 uses Elkhart Lake (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-5020U scores 2,232 against the Celeron N6211's 2,245 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron N6211.

Feature	Core i3-5020U	Celeron N6211
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	3 GHz+36%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+83%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1.5 MB+500%
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Broadwell-U (2015)	Elkhart Lake (2022)
PassMark	2,232	2,245
Geekbench 6 Single	600	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,200	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-5020U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N6211 uses BGA1493 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i3-5020U	Celeron N6211
Socket	FCBGA1168	BGA1493
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-5020U) / not specified (Celeron N6211). The Core i3-5020U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 5500), while the Celeron N6211 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-5020U targets Mainstream Laptop.