Core i5-3570S vs N200

Core i5-3570S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

N200

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-3570S

4 / 4

4,686

0.0%

4,729

+0.9%

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 i5-3570S is positioned at rank 751 and the N200 is on rank 137, so the 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 i5-3570S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14169%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13388%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9721%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2929%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2320%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2029%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1162%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1147%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1044%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1044%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1033%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1005%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

991%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

987%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

978%

#751

Core i5-3570S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $59

100%

#752

Core i7-3770

MSRP: $294|Avg: $60

99%

#753

Pentium G2120

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

99%

#754

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

99%

#755

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#756

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

99%

#757

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

99%

#758

Core i5-3550S

MSRP: $205|Avg: $100

99%

#759

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

98%

#760

Athlon X2 450

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#761

Athlon II X3 450

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

97%

#762

Core i7-4790

MSRP: $339|Avg: $60

97%

#763

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

97%

#764

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

97%

#766

Core i5-6440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar N200

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

98%

#125

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

310%

#126

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

306%

#127

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

281%

#128

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

279%

#129

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

277%

#131

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

267%

#132

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

256%

#133

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

256%

#134

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

249%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

100%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

100%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

99%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

97%

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 N200 (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-3570S	N200
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($59)	⚠️ Higher cost ($193)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3570S (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-3570S	N200
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+224%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($59)	⚠️ Higher cost ($193)

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 i5-3570S Benchmark Check

N200 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3570S and N200

Core i5-3570S

The Core i5-3570S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,686 points. Launch price was $285.

N200

The N200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 4,729 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-3570S and N200 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-3570S versus 3.7 GHz on the N200 — a 2.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-3570S. The Core i5-3570S is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-3570S scores 4,686 against the N200's 4,729 — a 0.9% lead for the N200. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3570S vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N200.

Feature	Core i5-3570S	N200
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+3%	3.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.1 GHz	—
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	—
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	—
PassMark	4,686	4,729
Geekbench 6 Single	663	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3570S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the N200 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-3570S	N200
Socket	LGA1155	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	—
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 i5-3570S) / not specified (N200). The Core i5-3570S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2500), while the N200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-3570S targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-3570S rivals A10-5800K.