Celeron N3160

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Celeron N3160

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.


Overall Score

Overall score for Celeron N3160 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,895 Rank: 1965
Rank Name Score Visual
1961 Intel Core i7-820QM 3,900
+0.1%
1962 A8-4555M 3,897
+0.1%
1963 Athlon II X2 260u 3,897
+0.1%
1964 Athlon X2 4850e 3,897
+0.1%
1965 Celeron N3160 3,895
1966 Atom x5-Z8350 3,894
+-0%
1967 Celeron 867 3,893
-0.1%
1968 E1-2500 3,893
-0.1%
1969 Intel Pentium N3710 3,892
-0.1%
1970 Intel Atom x5-Z8550 3,891
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Celeron N3160 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,324 Rank: 1678
Rank Name Score Visual
1674 Athlon II X3 435 4,325
+0%
1675 Core 2 Duo E7600 4,325
+0%
1676 Athlon II X2 255 4,324
+0%
1677 A8-4500M 4,324
+0%
1678 Celeron N3160 4,324
1679 Celeron 3865U 4,323
+-0%
1680 Phenom X4 9650 4,323
+-0%
1681 Pentium G2020 4,322
+-0%
1682 A4-7300 4,322
+-0%
1683 Intel Celeron N3160 4,321
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Celeron N3160 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,609 Rank: 1976
Rank Name Score Visual
1972 Intel Pentium J3710 3,618
+0.2%
1973 Pentium N3530 3,617
+0.2%
1974 Atom x7-Z8700 3,615
+0.2%
1975 Atom D2550 3,613
+0.1%
1976 Celeron N3160 3,609
1977 Phenom X4 9500 3,605
-0.1%
1978 E1-1200 3,600
-0.2%
1979 Celeron N2940 3,588
-0.6%
1980 Celeron N3010 3,585
-0.7%
1981 Atom D525 3,585
-0.7%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.


Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Celeron N3160 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,484 Rank: 1645
Rank Name Score Visual
1641 Celeron J3355 4,484
+0%
1642 Pentium E5200 4,484
+0%
1643 Celeron E3200 4,484
+0%
1644 Atom x5-Z8550 4,484
+0%
1645 Celeron N3160 4,484
1646 Celeron E3500 4,484
+0%
1647 Phenom X3 8550 4,484
+0%
1648 Celeron B820 4,483
+-0%
1649 Atom C3338 4,483
+-0%
1650 Athlon II X2 B24 4,483
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Celeron N3160 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,473 Rank: 1508
Rank Name Score Visual
1504 A8-5545M 4,473
+0%
1505 Core i5-3339Y 4,473
+0%
1506 A4-6210 4,473
+0%
1507 E2-7110 4,473
+0%
1508 Celeron N3160 4,473
1509 Celeron N3150 4,473
+0%
1510 Celeron G1840T 4,473
+0%
1511 Pentium 3825U 4,473
+0%
1512 Core i3-2328M 4,472
+-0%
1513 Core i3-2310M 4,472
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Celeron N3160 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,471 Rank: 1594
Rank Name Score Visual
1590 Pentium N3540 4,471
+0%
1591 A4-6210 4,471
+0%
1592 Celeron 1017U 4,471
+0%
1593 Atom x5-Z8550 4,471
+0%
1594 Celeron N3160 4,471
1595 Celeron 2955U 4,471
+0%
1596 A6-5357M 4,471
+0%
1597 Pentium N3700 4,470
+-0%
1598 Celeron J4005 4,470
+-0%
1599 Celeron B820 4,470
+-0%

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Celeron N3160 Details

Built on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process and based on the Silvermont microarchitecture, the Celeron N3160 is a low-power, quad-core processor designed for entry-level computing and embedded applications. Released in 2014, it is now over a decade old, reflecting its position as a legacy device in today’s hardware landscape. Despite its age, the N3160 retains relevance in niche markets such as compact desktops, industrial systems, and lightweight laptops where power efficiency and cost are prioritized over raw performance.

The processor features four cores and four threads, running at a base frequency of 1.6 GHz with a turbo boost up to 2.3 GHz. It is packaged in a BGA1170 (FCBGA1170) socket, which is soldered directly onto the motherboard, indicating its use in non-upgradable devices. With a thermal design power (TDP) of just 6 watts, the N3160 is exceptionally energy-efficient, making it suitable for fanless or passively cooled systems. It supports DDR3L-1600 memory in dual-channel mode, with a maximum capacity of 8 GB and a memory bandwidth of 17.1 GB/s.

Integrated graphics are provided by the Intel HD Graphics 400, featuring a base frequency of 320 MHz and a burst frequency of up to 1.0 GHz. This GPU supports up to three display outputs and is capable of handling basic multimedia tasks, HD video playback, and light gaming. While not designed for high-end graphics, it offers sufficient performance for office applications and web browsing.

The N3160 supports a variety of Intel technologies, including AES-NI, AVX2, SSE4.1/4.2, Hyper-Threading, and Intel vPro, enabling basic virtualization and security features. It also includes Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep Technology (EIST) for dynamic frequency scaling and Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) for improved system security.

In benchmark testing, the Celeron N3160 scores 3895 overall, placing it at #1965 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score is 3609 (#1976), and its multicore score is 4324 (#1676). These results indicate that while the processor is competitive with some older dual-core and low-power Intel and AMD chips, it lags significantly behind modern processors. For instance, it falls short of the Core i7-820QM and the Athlon X2 4850e, both of which have higher overall scores despite being from the same era.

As of March 2026, the Celeron N3160 is best suited for legacy systems, educational environments, or low-demand applications where performance is secondary to power efficiency and cost. It is not competitive in modern computing scenarios but remains a viable option in specific embedded and industrial contexts.
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Intel Celeron N3160

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Celeron N3160
Model Number: N3160
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1600 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1170
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 6 W

Cache Specifications


Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L-1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 17.1 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 4
PCIe Configuration: 1x4/2x2/1x2 + 2x1/4x1

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 400
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA

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