Intel Pentium N3540 vs Intel Core m3-6Y30
The Core m3-6Y30 has 50% better performance than the Pentium N3540 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Core m3-6Y30 has 8% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.
Summary
About the Intel Pentium N3540 CPU
The Intel Pentium N3540 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N3540 is compatible with FCBGA1170 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
In terms of cache, the Pentium N3540 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 224 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 0 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Pentium N3540 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2160.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2660.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.
Integrated Graphics
The Pentium N3540 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance
The Pentium N3540 has the 631st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.86% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the Intel Core m3-6Y30 CPU
The Intel Core m3-6Y30 is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2015 with a suggested retail price of $281. It is part of Intel's Core m3 lineup, which is based on the Skylake-Y microarchitecture. The m3-6Y30 is compatible with Intel BGA 1515 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 515 integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Core m3-6Y30 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core m3-6Y30 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core m3-6Y30 features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Core m3-6Y30 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 515. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The Core m3-6Y30 has the 548th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.31% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 2,704 score and $281 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.62. This is the 198th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Series | -- | Core m3 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | -- | Q3 2015 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | -- | $281 |
| Production Status | -- | End-of-life |
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Benchmark Performance
The Core m3-6Y30 has 50% better performance than the Pentium N3540 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Pentium N3540 is ranked 631st with a score of 1,797, and the Core m3-6Y30 is ranked 548th with a score of 2,704.
The Core m3-6Y30 has 18% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
Core m3-6Y30's 9.62 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i3-5005U | 2,711 | +51% |
| Celeron J4125 | 2,706 | +51% |
| Core m3-6Y30 | 2,704 | +50% |
| Core m5-6Y57 | 2,681 | +49% |
| Core m7-6Y75 | 2,678.5 | +49% |
| A8-7410 | 1,835 | +2% |
| A6-6310 | 1,825 | +2% |
| Pentium N3540 | 1,797 | |
| Core i3-3229Y | 1,795 | -0% |
| Pentium N3520 | 1,794 | -0% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i7-5500U | 10.2 | +6% |
| Core i3-5015U | 9.87 | +3% |
| Core i3-5005U | 9.86 | +2% |
| Core i7-640M | 9.7 | +1% |
| Core i7-5600U | 9.65 | +0% |
| Core m3-6Y30 | 9.62 | |
| Core m5-6Y57 | 9.54 | -1% |
| Core m5-6Y54 | 9 | -6% |
| Core i7-5650U | 8.92 | -7% |
| Core i7-840QM | 8.25 | -14% |
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 1,797 | 2,704 (+50.47%) |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 156.5 | 204 (+30.35%) |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 42 | 85.5 (+103.57%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 560 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 193 | -- |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,209 | 2,168 (+79.32%) |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 712 | 1,170 (+64.33%) |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Foundry | -- | Intel |
| Process Size | 22 nm | 14 nm |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Series | -- | Core m3 |
| Microarchitecture | -- | Skylake-Y |
| Codename | Bay Trail | Skylake-Y |
| Memory Support | -- | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | -- | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | -- | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 2160.0 MHz | 900.0 MHz |
| Turbo Clock | 2660.0 MHz | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | -- | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | -- | 9.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | -- | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 224 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB | 4 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | Intel BGA 1515 |
| PCI Express | -- | PCIe 3.0 x10 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 7.5 W | 5 W |
| TJ Max | 100 °C | 100 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Pentium N3540 | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series | Intel HD 515 |
| Extensions / Technologies | -- | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, HTT, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, Boost 2.0 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.