CPU
GPU
A6-1450
Celeron Dual-Core T1700
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 A6-1450 is positioned at rank 929 and the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 is on rank 769, so the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A6-1450
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T1700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-1450 | Celeron Dual-Core T1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Temash (2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-1450 | Celeron Dual-Core T1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A6-1450 and Celeron Dual-Core T1700
A6-1450
The A6-1450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Temash (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,062 points. Launch price was $70.
Celeron Dual-Core T1700
The Celeron Dual-Core T1700 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: 1.83 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,058 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The A6-1450 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A6-1450 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.4 GHz on the A6-1450 versus 1.83 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 — a 26.6% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T1700. The A6-1450 uses the Temash (2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the A6-1450 scores 1,062 against the Celeron Dual-Core T1700's 1,058 — a 0.4% lead for the A6-1450.
| Feature | A6-1450 | Celeron Dual-Core T1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.4 GHz | 1.83 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Temash (2013) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,062 | 1,058 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 144 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 450 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A6-1450 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1066 on the A6-1450 versus DDR2-667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 — the A6-1450 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-1450 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A6-1450) vs 2 (Celeron Dual-Core T1700). PCIe lanes: 8 (A6-1450) vs 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1700) — the A6-1450 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A6-1450) and GL40,GM45 (Celeron Dual-Core T1700).
| Feature | A6-1450 | Celeron Dual-Core T1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1066+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-1450) vs No (Celeron Dual-Core T1700). The A6-1450 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8250), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-1450 targets Low Power Tablet/Laptop, Celeron Dual-Core T1700 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A6-1450 rivals Atom Z3740; Celeron Dual-Core T1700 rivals Pentium T2390.
| Feature | A6-1450 | Celeron Dual-Core T1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8250 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | No |
| Target Use | Low Power Tablet/Laptop | Budget |
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