UnknownOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

BCM2835

Explore BCM2835 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.5/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

BCM2835 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1239 and a single-thread rating of 700.

CPU Mark1,239
3 samples
Single Thread700
Overall rank#4,457
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.5Outdated for demanding workloads

BCM2835 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1239 and a single-thread rating of 700.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The BCM2835 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2022. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 1,239 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 1,239 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 700 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key BCM2835 specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 1,239 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the BCM2835 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the BCM2835?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the BCM2835 use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Rockchip RKUnknown1,246 points
02Nvidia Tegra T132Unknown1,242 points
03BCM2835This CPU1,239 points
05MT6755MUnknown1,229 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Nvidia Tegra T132Unknown1,055 points
02BCM2835This CPU700 points
03Rockchip RKUnknown654 points
04MT6755MUnknown501 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Not enough data for this comparison.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
27,171.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
288.90
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
615.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
3.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
3,261.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
9,111.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
64.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
3,216.00

Core specifications

BrandUnknown
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2022
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock1.50 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.