Intel Core 3 N355
Expert rating6.9 / 10
- Brand:
- Intel
- Form Factor:
- Laptop
- CPU Socket:
- BGA 1264
- Core/Thread Count:
- 8C/8T
- TDP:
- 6W
- iGPU:
- Intel UHD Graphics
- CPU Series:
- Core 3
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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12
Intel Core 3 N355 Review
Intel Core 3 N355 8-core 8-thread laptop (ultra-low power) processor, 0.1GHz base / 3.6GHz boost, 6W TDP, BGA 1264 socket
The Intel Core 3 N355 is an ultra-efficient entry-level chip for budget laptops and Chromebooks. It pairs 8 cores and 8 threads with a 0.1GHz base clock that boosts up to 3.6GHz and Intel UHD Graphics graphics, all within a 6W envelope.
Performance and Architecture
With 8 cores and 8 threads, the Intel Core 3 N355 runs a 0.1GHz base clock that boosts up to 3.6GHz, backed by 11MB of L3 cache and Intel UHD Graphics graphics.
Platform and Deployment
The Intel Core 3 N355 uses the BGA 1264 platform in a 6W envelope, positioned as an ultra-efficient entry-level chip for budget laptops and Chromebooks.
Branding Note
The Core 3 N355 carries Intel's post-2023 'Core' branding (dropping the 'i' prefix), replacing what would previously have been called Core i3 in Intel's naming scheme, while keeping similar suffix conventions (U, H, HL, N).
Comparison to Alternatives
Within the Core 3 lineup in this catalog, the Intel Core 3 N355 sits at the 8-core tier, differentiated by clock speed, TDP, and socket. Against AMD's Ryzen and EPYC processors in this catalog at a similar tier, Intel's Core 3 competes on platform ecosystem and per-core efficiency, while against Intel's own Core Ultra and Xeon 6 parts in this catalog it targets a narrower, more specialized deployment niche.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6.9 / 10
The Intel Core 3 N355 is a bare-bones entry-level chip, adequate for the lightest browsing and productivity tasks.
Best for
- Budget laptops
- Chromebooks
- Basic web browsing
Not for
- Gaming laptops
- Content creation
- Heavy multitasking
Specifications
What these specs meanIdentity
| Codename | Twin Lake |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2025 |
Segment and platform
| Market Segment | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Socket | BGA 1264 |
| Process Node | 7 nm |
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Performance Cores | 0 |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 |
| Total Threads | 8 |
| SMT Enabled | No |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 0.1 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| E-Core Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz |
Cache
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
|---|
Power and thermal
| Base Power | 15 W |
|---|
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR5, DDR4, LPDDR5 |
|---|
Graphics and AI
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
|---|
| Form Factor | Laptop |
|---|---|
| TDP | 6 W |
| iGPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Intel Core 3 N355?
The Intel Core 3 N355 has 8 cores and 8 threads, a 0.1 GHz base and 3.6 GHz boost clock, 6 MB of L3 cache and a 6 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics. Socket: BGA 1264.
Will the Intel Core 3 N355 work with my current setup?
The Intel Core 3 N355 lists Socket is BGA 1264. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Intel Core 3 N355 best suited to?
Best suited to: Budget laptops; Chromebooks; Basic web browsing.
What are the drawbacks of the Intel Core 3 N355?
Not the best fit for: Gaming laptops; Content creation; Heavy multitasking.