A4-6250J vs Celeron Dual-Core T1500

CPU

GPU

A4-6250J

4 Cores4 Thrd25 WWMax: 2 GHz2014

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.87 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A4-6250J

4 / 4

1,619

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

2 / 2

1,625

+0.4%

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 A4-6250J is positioned at rank 643 and the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 is on rank 549, so the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 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 A4-6250J

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

11554%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

10917%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7927%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2388%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1892%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1655%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

948%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

935%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

852%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

852%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

842%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

819%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

808%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

805%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

797%

#387

Ryzen Embedded V1807B

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#388

Ryzen Embedded R2312

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#389

Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200

97%

#643

A4-6250J

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#645

Core i3-4170T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $17

99%

#646

FX-8370E

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

99%

#647

Core i5-4590S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $45

99%

#648

Pentium G2020

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

99%

#649

Pentium G3450

MSRP: $82|Avg: $25

99%

#650

Core i7-6700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $143

98%

#651

Athlon II X4 631

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

98%

#652

Pentium G3240T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

98%

#653

Core i3-4160T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $18

98%

#657

Core i3-4350

MSRP: $138|Avg: $130

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T1500

#173

Core Ultra 5 238V

MSRP: $454|Avg: $454

99%

#537

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

722%

#538

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

712%

#539

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

653%

#540

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

650%

#541

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

644%

#543

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

622%

#544

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

597%

#545

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

596%

#546

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

580%

#549

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

100%

#557

Pentium P6200

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

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 A4-6250J (2014) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A4-6250J	Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($49)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Beema (2014) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A4-6250J	Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($49)

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.

A4-6250J Benchmark Check

Celeron Dual-Core T1500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A4-6250J and Celeron Dual-Core T1500

A4-6250J

The A4-6250J is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Beema (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,619 points. Launch price was $50.

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.87 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,625 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The A4-6250J packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A4-6250J has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the A4-6250J versus 1.87 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 — a 6.7% clock advantage for the A4-6250J. The A4-6250J uses the Beema (2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the A4-6250J scores 1,619 against the Celeron Dual-Core T1500's 1,625 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T1500.

Feature	A4-6250J	Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz+7%	1.87 GHz
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)+300%	512 kB
Process	28 nm-57%	65 nm
Architecture	Beema (2014)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,619	1,625
Geekbench 6 Single	208	—

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A4-6250J versus DDR2-667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 — the A4-6250J supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4-6250J supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A4-6250J) vs 2 (Celeron Dual-Core T1500). PCIe lanes: 8 (A4-6250J) vs 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) — the A4-6250J offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	A4-6250J	Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Socket	FT3	—
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600+50%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+300%	4 GB
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	8	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A4-6250J) vs No (Celeron Dual-Core T1500). The A4-6250J includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4-6250J targets Entry Desktop, Celeron Dual-Core T1500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A4-6250J rivals Pentium J2900; Celeron Dual-Core T1500 rivals Pentium T2390.