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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.

413 processorsbelow-3-ghz

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 193–216 of 413

193CPUIntel Celeron N4505 @ 2.00GHzIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads2 / 2Clock2.9 GHzTDP10 WCPU Mark2,013194CPUIntel Core i5-3317U @ 1.70GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP17 WCPU Mark2,004195CPUIntel Core i7-2655LE @ 2.20GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark1,999196CPUIntel Core M-5Y51 @ 1.10GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,974197CPUIntel Celeron N3450 @ 1.10GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.2 GHzTDP6 WCPU Mark1,972198CPUIntel Core i7-3689Y @ 1.50GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP13 WCPU Mark1,967199CPUIntel Core M-5Y71 @ 1.20GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,965200CPUIntel Core i5-2415M @ 2.30GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark1,958201CPUIntel Core i5-3439Y @ 1.50GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.3 GHzTDP13 WCPU Mark1,957202CPUIntel Core i5-2410M @ 2.30GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark1,957203CPUIntel Xeon X6550 @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.4 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark1,936204CPUAMD Opteron 3320 EEAMD · ServerCores / threads4 / —Clock2.5 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark1,918205CPUIntel Celeron N6210 @ 1.20GHzIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads2 / 2Clock2.6 GHzTDP7 WCPU Mark1,915206CPUIntel Core M-5Y10c @ 0.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.0 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,912207CPUIntel Core i5-4422E @ 1.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark1,907208CPUIntel Core M-5Y10a @ 0.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.0 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,905209CPUIntel Core i7-2677M @ 1.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP17 WCPU Mark1,901210CPUAMD A6-3620 APUAMD · DesktopCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.5 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark1,897211CPUIntel Core M-5Y31 @ 0.90GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.4 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,893212CPUIntel Core i7-2637M @ 1.70GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.8 GHzTDP17 WCPU Mark1,892213CPUIntel Core M-5Y70 @ 1.10GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP5 WCPU Mark1,890214CPUIntel Atom x5-E3940 @ 1.60GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads4 / 4Clock1.8 GHzTDP10 WCPU Mark1,858215CPUIntel Core i5-4230U @ 1.90GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.9 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark1,853216CPUIntel Core i7-2617M @ 1.50GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads2 / 4Clock2.6 GHzTDP17 WCPU Mark1,837