Core i5-2400 vs Processor N200

Core i5-2400

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2011

Processor N200

4 Cores4 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-2400

4 / 4

3,870

0.0%

3,937

+1.7%

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 i5-2400 is positioned at rank 772 and the Processor N200 is on rank 204, so the Processor N200 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 i5-2400

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14822%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14006%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10169%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3064%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2427%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2123%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1216%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1200%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1093%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1093%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1080%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1051%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1036%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1032%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1023%

#291

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

100%

#772

Core i5-2400

MSRP: $184|Avg: $25

100%

#773

Core i7-5775C

MSRP: $366|Avg: $150

100%

#775

Pentium G2140

MSRP: $100|Avg: $95

99%

#776

Core i7-4790T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $102

99%

#777

Core i5-2320

MSRP: $177|Avg: $22

99%

#778

Celeron E3500

MSRP: $62|Avg: $10

99%

#779

Pentium G2030

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

99%

#780

Athlon II X2 260

MSRP: $60|Avg: $12

99%

#781

Athlon II X3 445

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

99%

#783

Core i5-2310

MSRP: $177|Avg: $12

98%

#784

Core i5-5675C

MSRP: $276|Avg: $66

98%

#785

Core i5-2380P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $25

98%

#786

Core i5-4690

MSRP: $272|Avg: $120

98%

#787

FX-6120

MSRP: $188|Avg: $54

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N200

#192

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

373%

#193

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

367%

#194

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

337%

#195

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

336%

#196

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

332%

#198

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

321%

#199

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

308%

#200

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

307%

#201

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

299%

#204

Processor N200

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 Processor N200 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-2400	Processor N200
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($25)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-2400 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-2400	Processor N200
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($25)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i5-2400 Benchmark Check

Processor N200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-2400 and Processor N200

Core i5-2400

The Core i5-2400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,870 points. Launch price was $60.

Processor N200

The Processor N200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,937 points. Launch price was $193.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-2400 and Processor N200 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-2400 versus 3.7 GHz on the Processor N200 — a 8.5% clock advantage for the Processor N200 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Core i5-2400 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Processor N200 uses Alder Lake-N (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-2400 scores 3,870 against the Processor N200's 3,937 — a 1.7% lead for the Processor N200. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-2400 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor N200.

Feature	Core i5-2400	Processor N200
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.7 GHz+9%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+3000%	0.1 GHz
L3 Cache	6144 kB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2 MB (total)+700%
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Alder Lake-N (2023)
PassMark	3,870	3,937+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	595	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-2400 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor N200 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-2400	Processor N200
Socket	LGA1155	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-2400) / not specified (Processor N200). The Core i5-2400 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2000), while the Processor N200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2400 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-2400 rivals Phenom II X4 975.