Core i5-3340S vs Celeron N5095A

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 i5-3340S is positioned at rank #754 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 i5-3340S

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14319%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13530%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9824%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2959%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2344%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2051%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1175%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1159%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1055%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1055%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1044%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1015%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1001%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

997%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

988%

#754

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

100%

#755

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#756

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

100%

#757

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

100%

#758

Core i5-3550S

MSRP: $205|Avg: $100

100%

#759

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

99%

#760

Athlon X2 450

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

99%

#761

Athlon II X3 450

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

#762

Core i7-4790

MSRP: $339|Avg: $60

98%

#763

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

98%

#764

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

98%

#765

Core i5-6440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

98%

#767

Core i5-4590T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $130

97%

#769

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

97%

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 N5095A (2021) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-3340S	Celeron N5095A
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 (Legacy / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Jasper Lake (2021) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3340S (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-3340S	Celeron N5095A
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 i5-3340S Benchmark Check

Celeron N5095A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3340S and Celeron N5095A

Core i5-3340S

The Core i5-3340S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,962 points. Launch price was $69.

Celeron N5095A

The Celeron N5095A is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,054 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-3340S and Celeron N5095A share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3340S versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron N5095A — a 12.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-3340S (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Celeron N5095A is built on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-3340S scores 3,962 against the Celeron N5095A's 4,054 — a 2.3% lead for the Celeron N5095A. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-3340S vs 4 MB on the Celeron N5095A.

Feature	Core i5-3340S	Celeron N5095A
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+14%	2.9 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+40%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache+50%	4 MB
L2 Cache	—	1.5 MB
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	—	Jasper Lake (2021)
PassMark	3,962	4,054+2%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3340S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N5095A uses BGA1338 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.