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Intel Core 3 N355

Explore Intel Core 3 N355 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
5.7/ 10
Technical rating

Good

Intel Core 3 N355 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. It runs at 0.1 GHz and boosts up to 3.9 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 10493 and a single-thread rating of 2196. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

CPU Mark10,493
384 samples
Single Thread2,196
Overall rank#1,708
of 6,054
Reference price$309.00

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Good
5.7Good

Intel Core 3 N355 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. It runs at 0.1 GHz and boosts up to 3.9 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 10493 and a single-thread rating of 2196. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core 3 N355 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2025. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, up to 3.90 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 10,493 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 10,493 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 2,196 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

It uses socket FCBGA1264. A matching socket is only the first check; confirm the official motherboard CPU-support list, BIOS revision and board power limits.

Memory and power

Recorded memory support: DDR5-4800. The 15 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core 3 N355 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, up to 3.90 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 10,493 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core 3 N355 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 Intel Core 3 N355?

Start with FCBGA1264 motherboards, then confirm the official CPU-support list and required BIOS revision for the exact board before buying.

How much power does the Intel Core 3 N355 use?

The recorded reference TDP is 15 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

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.

01Intel Core 5 120ULIntel10,558 points
02QTI SM8850PUnknown10,496 points
03Intel Core 3 N355This CPU10,493 points
04QTI QCS8550Unknown10,303 points
05Intel Core Ultra 3 105ULIntel10,285 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Core Ultra 3 105ULIntel3,382 points
02QTI QCS8550Unknown3,304 points
03Intel Core 3 N355This CPU2,196 points
04Intel Core 5 120ULIntel2,080 points
05QTI SM8850PUnknown1,424 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Core 5 120ULIntel703.9 Mark/W
02Intel Core 3 N355This CPU699.5 Mark/W
03Intel Core Ultra 3 105ULIntel685.7 Mark/W

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
123,225.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
8,405.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
6,288.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
27.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
23,202.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
34,296.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
629.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
15,198.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2025
SocketFCBGA1264
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock0.10 GHz
Max turbo3.90 GHz
TDP15 W
Integrated graphicsIntel Graphics

Memory support

DDR4
Memory typeDDR4 / LPDDR5 / DDR5
Official speedDDR4-3200 / DDR5-4800 / LPDDR5-4800
Maximum capacity16 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I8 x 64 KB
L1D8 x 32 KB
L22 x 2048 KB
L36 MB