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Processors Below 3 GHz

Explore 413 processors indexed under Below 3 GHz and scan their key platform, core, power and benchmark data in one place. This overview maps the available range before the performance ranking and decision guidance below.

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Selection guide

How to choose from Below 3 GHz

This page groups 413 processors classified under Below 3 GHz. Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range. Use the catalog to shortlist candidates, then compare real performance and workload-relevant specifications rather than relying on the category label alone.

7 brands 1–192 cores 4,266 average CPU Mark 3.95–245.00 W TDP

What this category shows

Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range.

What to compare

Compare single-thread performance, sustained clocks, power and cooling.

Check before choosing

Maximum turbo is opportunistic and may not apply to every core or sustained loads.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the Below 3 GHz category mean?

This turbo-clock category groups processors associated with Below 3 GHz. Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range.

What is the fastest processor in Below 3 GHz?

The performance ranking highlights the highest available CPU Mark in this category. The best practical choice can differ by application, single-thread speed, power, cooling and price.

How should I compare Below 3 GHz processors?

Compare single-thread performance, sustained clocks, power and cooling. Open each processor page for full specifications or add close candidates to the comparison tool.

Is this category enough to make a buying decision?

No. Maximum turbo is opportunistic and may not apply to every core or sustained loads. Also verify motherboard and memory compatibility, cooling requirements and benchmarks relevant to your software.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update:

Processor catalog

Below 3 GHz

Showing 97–120 of 413

97CPUIntel Xeon E3-1230L v3 @ 1.80GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.8 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark5,27198CPUIntel Xeon E5-2648L @ 1.80GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads8 / 16Clock2.1 GHzTDP70 WCPU Mark5,26299CPUIntel Xeon E3-1505L v5 @ 2.00GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.8 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark5,083100CPUIntel Xeon E5-2420 @ 1.90GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.4 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark5,026101CPUQualcomm QCS5430Qualcomm · UnknownCores / threads8 / 8Clock2.1 GHzTDP—CPU Mark4,997102CPUIntel Xeon D-1527 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.7 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark4,984103CPUIntel Xeon E5645 @ 2.40GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.7 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark4,933104CPUIntel Xeon D-1520 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.6 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark4,917105CPUIntel Core i5-7442EQ @ 2.10GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark4,834106CPUIntel Xeon L5640 @ 2.27GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.8 GHzTDP60 WCPU Mark4,795107CPUIntel Core i5-6442EQ @ 1.90GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.7 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark4,463108CPUIntel Xeon L5639 @ 2.13GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.7 GHzTDP60 WCPU Mark4,419109CPUAMD Opteron 3380AMD · ServerCores / threads8 / —Clock2.9 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark4,358110CPUIntel Xeon D-1513N @ 1.60GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.2 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark4,344111CPUIntel Core i5-6400T @ 2.20GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.8 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark4,255112CPUHygon C86 52xx seriesUnknown · DesktopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.5 GHzTDP—CPU Mark4,080113CPUIntel Celeron N5095 @ 2.00GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark4,004114CPUIntel Celeron N5105 @ 2.00GHzIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP10 WCPU Mark3,987115CPUAMD Opteron 6212AMD · ServerCores / threads8 / —Clock2.9 GHzTDP115 WCPU Mark3,973116CPUIntel Celeron N5095A @ 2.00GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark3,971117CPUAMD A9-9820AMD · DesktopCores / threads8 / 8Clock2.4 GHzTDP—CPU Mark3,970118CPUIntel Xeon E5640 @ 2.67GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.9 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark3,887119CPUIntel Xeon E5630 @ 2.53GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.8 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark3,804120CPUIntel Celeron J6412 @ 2.00GHzIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP10 WCPU Mark3,803