3015Ce vs Celeron M 900

CPU

GPU

3015Ce

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Celeron M 900

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

3015Ce

2 / 4

2,099

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron M 900

1 / 1

2,101

+0.1%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The 3015Ce is positioned at rank 999 and the Celeron M 900 is on rank 797, so the Celeron M 900 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce

#987

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2097%

#988

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2066%

#989

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1897%

#990

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1888%

#991

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1871%

#993

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1807%

#994

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1733%

#995

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1730%

#996

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1683%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

98%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

97%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

97%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

96%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

95%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 900

#785

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1201%

#786

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1183%

#787

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1086%

#788

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1081%

#789

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1072%

#791

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1035%

#792

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

992%

#793

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

991%

#794

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

964%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

#799

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

100%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

99%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

98%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

98%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

98%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The 3015Ce (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	3015Ce	Celeron M 900
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($40)	✅ More affordable ($10)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron M 900 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	3015Ce	Celeron M 900
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+300%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($40)	✅ More affordable ($10)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

3015Ce Benchmark Check

Celeron M 900 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of 3015Ce and Celeron M 900

3015Ce

The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.

Celeron M 900

The Celeron M 900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,101 points. Launch price was $70.

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Processing Power

The 3015Ce packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 900 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the 3015Ce has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015Ce versus 2.2 GHz on the Celeron M 900 — a 4.4% clock advantage for the 3015Ce. The 3015Ce uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron M 900 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Celeron M 900's 2,101 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron M 900.

Feature	3015Ce	Celeron M 900
Cores / Threads	2 / 4+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz+5%	2.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB	—
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Pollock (Zen) (2020)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,099	2,101

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Memory & Platform

The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron M 900 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	3015Ce	Celeron M 900
Socket	FT5	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	16	—
RAM Channels	1	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	8	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (3015Ce) / not specified (Celeron M 900). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Celeron M 900 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.

Feature	3015Ce	Celeron M 900
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	Radeon Graphics (2-Core)	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	true	—

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Value Analysis

The 3015Ce launched at $150 MSRP, while the Celeron M 900 debuted at $86. At current prices ($40 vs $10), the Celeron M 900 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the 3015Ce delivers 52.5 pts/$ vs 210.1 pts/$ for the Celeron M 900 — making the Celeron M 900 the 120.1% better value option.