Core i7-1365UE
VS
Core 3 N355

Core i7-1365UE vs Core 3 N355

Intel

Core i7-1365UE

10 Cores12 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.9 GHz2023
VS
Intel

Core 3 N355

8 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2025

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 i7-1365UE is positioned at rank 803 and the Core 3 N355 is on rank 625, so the Core 3 N355 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 i7-1365UE

#791
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1213%
#792
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1195%
#793
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
1097%
#794
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
1092%
#795
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
1082%
#797
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
1045%
#798
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
1002%
#799
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
1000%
#800
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
974%
#803
Core i7-1365UE
MSRP: $429|Avg: $429
100%
#805
3020e
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
99%
#809
Athlon II M320
MSRP: $75|Avg: $15
99%
#810
Celeron B800
MSRP: $80|Avg: $5
99%
#811
Celeron B710
MSRP: $86|Avg: $10
99%
#812
Athlon II Neo K345
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
98%
#818
Core i7-8709G
MSRP: $338|Avg: $150
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 3 N355

#187
Core Ultra 9 288V
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
97%
#613
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
838%
#614
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
826%
#615
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
758%
#616
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
755%
#617
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
748%
#619
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
722%
#620
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
692%
#621
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
691%
#622
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
673%
#625
Core 3 N355
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
100%
#628
Core i5-1335UE
MSRP: $312|Avg: $312
100%
#638
Celeron Dual-Core T1400
MSRP: $80|Avg: $10
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-1365UE leads in gaming performance. However, the Core 3 N355 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1.2% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore i7-1365UECore 3 N355
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($429)
More affordable ($300)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm)
✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: The Core 3 N355 leads not only in performance but also in value. It is effectively 30% cheaper ($300 vs $429) while identifying as the stronger performer.
InsightCore i7-1365UECore 3 N355
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+45%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($429)
More affordable ($300)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1365UE and Core 3 N355

Intel

Core i7-1365UE

The Core i7-1365UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 10,379 points. Launch price was $149.

Intel

Core 3 N355

The Core 3 N355 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 10,502 points. Launch price was $149.

Processing Power

The Core i7-1365UE packs 10 cores / 12 threads, while the Core 3 N355 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-1365UE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-1365UE versus 3.9 GHz on the Core 3 N355 — a 22.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-1365UE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Core i7-1365UE uses the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core 3 N355 uses Twin Lake (2024−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1365UE scores 10,379 against the Core 3 N355's 10,502 — a 1.2% lead for the Core 3 N355. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1365UE vs 6 MB (total) on the Core 3 N355.

FeatureCore i7-1365UECore 3 N355
Cores / Threads
10 / 12+25%
8 / 8
Boost Clock
4.9 GHz+26%
3.9 GHz
Base Clock
1.7 GHz+1600%
0.1 GHz
L3 Cache
12 MB (total)+100%
6 MB (total)
L2 Cache
1.25 MB (per core)
2 MB (total)+60%
Process
10 nm
Intel 7 nm-30%
Architecture
Raptor Lake-U (2023)
Twin Lake (2024−2025)
PassMark
10,379
10,502+1%
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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1365UE uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core 3 N355 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCore i7-1365UECore 3 N355
Socket
FCBGA1744
FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
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Value Analysis

The Core i7-1365UE launched at $429 MSRP, while the Core 3 N355 debuted at $300. At current prices ($429 vs $300), the Core 3 N355 is $129 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-1365UE delivers 24.2 pts/$ vs 35.0 pts/$ for the Core 3 N355 — making the Core 3 N355 the 36.5% better value option.

FeatureCore i7-1365UECore 3 N355
MSRP
$429
$300-30%
Avg Price (30d)
$429
$300-30%
Performance per Dollar
24.2
35.0+45%
Release Date
2023
2025