A10-7300 vs Celeron M 540

A10-7300

4 Cores4 Thrd4 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2014

Celeron M 540

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.86 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A10-7300

4 / 4

1,736

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron M 540

1 / 1

1,744

+0.5%

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 A10-7300 is positioned at rank 1042 and the Celeron M 540 is on rank 873, so the Celeron M 540 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 A10-7300

#1030

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2536%

#1031

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2499%

#1032

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2294%

#1033

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2283%

#1034

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2263%

#1036

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2185%

#1037

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2095%

#1038

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2092%

#1039

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2035%

#1042

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

100%

#1043

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

100%

#1044

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1045

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#1046

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1047

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#1048

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

98%

#1049

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#1050

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

97%

#1051

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#1052

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

96%

#1053

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

96%

#1054

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

95%

#1056

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

94%

#1057

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 540

#861

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1447%

#862

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1426%

#863

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1309%

#864

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1303%

#865

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1291%

#867

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1247%

#868

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1195%

#869

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1193%

#870

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1161%

#873

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

100%

#877

Microsoft SQ1

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

99%

#879

Core i5-6440HQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

99%

#883

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#884

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

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 A10-7300 (2014) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A10-7300	Celeron M 540
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($20)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron M 540 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A10-7300	Celeron M 540
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+151%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($20)

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.

A10-7300 Benchmark Check

Celeron M 540 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A10-7300 and Celeron M 540

A10-7300

The A10-7300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,736 points. Launch price was $130.

Celeron M 540

The Celeron M 540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.86 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,744 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The A10-7300 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 540 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the A10-7300 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the A10-7300 versus 1.86 GHz on the Celeron M 540 — a 53% clock advantage for the A10-7300. The A10-7300 uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Celeron M 540 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the A10-7300 scores 1,736 against the Celeron M 540's 1,744 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron M 540.

Feature	A10-7300	Celeron M 540
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+300%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+72%	1.86 GHz
Base Clock	1.9 GHz	—
L2 Cache	4096 kB+300%	1 MB
Process	28 nm-57%	65 nm
Architecture	Kaveri (2014−2015)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,736	1,744

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A10-7300 versus 667 on the Celeron M 540 — the Celeron M 540 supports 198.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-7300 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A10-7300) vs 0 (Celeron M 540) — the A10-7300 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP3 (A10-7300) and GL960,GM965 (Celeron M 540).

Feature	A10-7300	Celeron M 540
Socket	FP3	—
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	667+22133%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+419430300%	4
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10-7300) vs false (Celeron M 540). The A10-7300 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Celeron M 540 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-7300 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-7300 rivals Core i3-4010U; Celeron M 540 rivals Mobile Sempron 3600+.

Feature	A10-7300	Celeron M 540
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Radeon R6	None
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	false
Target Use	Laptop	—

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Value Analysis

The A10-7300 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Celeron M 540 debuted at $86. At current prices ($50 vs $20), the Celeron M 540 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A10-7300 delivers 34.7 pts/$ vs 87.2 pts/$ for the Celeron M 540 — making the Celeron M 540 the 86.1% better value option.