Core i7-3555LE vs Celeron N6211

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 i7-3555LE is positioned at rank #1150 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 i7-3555LE

#1138

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3933%

#1139

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3875%

#1140

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3558%

#1141

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3542%

#1142

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3509%

#1144

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3389%

#1145

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3249%

#1146

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3244%

#1147

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3157%

#1150

Core i7-3555LE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

100%

#1151

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

99%

#1152

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

99%

#1153

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

98%

#1154

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

97%

#1155

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

97%

#1158

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

95%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

95%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

94%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

92%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

91%

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 i7-3555LE	Celeron N6211
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($280)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Elkhart Lake (2022) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3555LE (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-3555LE	Celeron N6211
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($280)	✅ 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 i7-3555LE Benchmark Check

Celeron N6211 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-3555LE and Celeron N6211

Core i7-3555LE

The Core i7-3555LE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,238 points. Launch price was $69.

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 i7-3555LE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron N6211's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-3555LE versus 3 GHz on the Celeron N6211 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-3555LE (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i7-3555LE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron N6211 uses Elkhart Lake (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3555LE scores 2,238 against the Celeron N6211's 2,245 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron N6211.

Feature	Core i7-3555LE	Celeron N6211
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+7%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+108%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1.5 MB+500%
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Elkhart Lake (2022)
PassMark	2,238	2,245

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-3555LE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N6211 uses BGA1493 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.