Intel Celeron N3000

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Intel Celeron N3000

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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 Intel Celeron N3000 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,670 Rank: 2045
Rank Name Score Visual
2041 Atom D2700 3,706
+1%
2042 Sempron 2500+ 3,694
+0.7%
2043 A4-1250 3,685
+0.4%
2044 Celeron N2910 3,671
+0%
2045 Intel Celeron N3000 3,670
2046 Intel Celeron N3010 3,663
-0.2%
2047 Atom N280 3,662
-0.2%
2048 Atom N2600 3,657
-0.4%
2049 Atom N270 3,642
-0.8%
2050 Atom Z530 3,631
-1.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Intel Celeron N3000 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,181 Rank: 2022
Rank Name Score Visual
2018 Intel Celeron N3010 4,188
+0.2%
2019 Core 2 Duo E8400 4,188
+0.2%
2020 Atom 230 4,187
+0.1%
2021 Phenom 9850 4,182
+0%
2022 Intel Celeron N3000 4,181
2023 Pentium E5200 4,179
+-0%
2024 Athlon X2 QL-60 4,179
+-0%
2025 Intel Core i7-840QM 4,178
-0.1%
2026 Core 2 Duo T7700 4,173
-0.2%
2027 Core 2 Duo T9550 4,168
-0.3%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Intel Celeron N3000 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,330 Rank: 2043
Rank Name Score Visual
2039 Intel Atom x5-Z8350 3,356
+0.8%
2040 Celeron N2810 3,351
+0.6%
2041 Atom D2700 3,348
+0.5%
2042 Sempron 2500+ 3,333
+0.1%
2043 Intel Celeron N3000 3,330
2044 A4-1250 3,325
-0.2%
2045 Intel Celeron N3010 3,313
-0.5%
2046 Atom N280 3,297
-1%
2047 Atom N2600 3,281
-1.5%
2048 Atom N270 3,266
-1.9%

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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 Intel Celeron N3000 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Intel Celeron N3000 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Intel Celeron N3000 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Intel Celeron N3000 Details

The Intel Celeron N3000 occupies a niche within Intel's broader mobile processor lineup, designed for entry-level computing tasks where power efficiency and cost-effectiveness take precedence over raw performance. As of March 2026, this processor, based on the Airmont microarchitecture and fabricated on a 14 nm process, represents a legacy product from the Braswell era, targeting low-power devices such as netbooks and budget tablets. While it is no longer competitive in modern computing environments, its low thermal design and minimal power consumption still make it relevant for specific embedded or legacy applications.

At its core, the N3000 features two physical cores with two threads, operating at a base frequency of 1.04 GHz and capable of boosting to 2.08 GHz under load. This modest clock speed is supported by a 1 MiB L2 cache and no L3 cache, which limits its ability to handle complex workloads efficiently. The processor integrates Intel HD Graphics, which runs at a base frequency of 320 MHz and can reach up to 600 MHz, supporting up to four display outputs and providing sufficient graphics performance for basic multimedia and office use. It supports up to 8 GB of DDR3 memory, with a maximum memory bandwidth constrained by the system’s single-channel memory controller.

The Celeron N3000 is built with a 3 W base power rating, making it ideal for fanless or low-noise systems, though its TDP is listed as 4 W, a slight increase likely due to operational margins. The processor supports a range of instruction sets including SSE, AVX, and AES-NI, providing basic encryption and multimedia acceleration. However, it lacks advanced virtualization technologies like Intel VT-x or VT-d, limiting its utility in virtualized or server-like environments.

In benchmark testing, the N3000 achieves an overall score of 3670, placing it at #2045 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 3330 ranks at #2043, and its multicore score of 4181 places it at #2022. These results show that while the N3000 outperforms some older Atom and Celeron variants, it trails significantly behind modern processors, even in the low-end segment. Its performance is comparable to older Atom processors like the D2700 and N280, but it falls short of the capabilities offered by even mid-tier mobile CPUs from the past decade.

Given its age and performance limitations, the Intel Celeron N3000 is best suited for basic computing tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and media playback in lightweight devices. It is not recommended for multitasking, content creation, or gaming. In today’s market, it serves as a legacy component in older systems or as a cost-effective option in minimalistic embedded platforms where power efficiency and low cost are the primary concerns.
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Intel Intel Celeron N3000

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Intel Celeron N3000
Family: Celeron
Series: N3000
Model Number: N3000
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 1040 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2080 MHz
Microarchitecture: Airmont
Core Name: Braswell
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 4 W
Release Price: $107.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 48.0256 KiB (6-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (16-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 0 MiB (No)

Memory Specifications

Maximum Memory: 8 GB

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD
GPU Max Frequency: 600 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX EIST SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V TSME SenseMI SMT SME SEV
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