A6-3410MX vs Celeron Dual-Core T3500
A6-3410MX
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
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 A6-3410MX is positioned at rank 850 and the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is on rank 959, so the A6-3410MX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A6-3410MX
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-3410MX | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-3410MX | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 A6-3410MX and Celeron Dual-Core T3500
A6-3410MX
The A6-3410MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,274 points. Launch price was $70.
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,275 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The A6-3410MX packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A6-3410MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the A6-3410MX versus 2.1 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 — a 9.1% clock advantage for the A6-3410MX. The A6-3410MX uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A6-3410MX scores 1,274 against the Celeron Dual-Core T3500's 1,275 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500.
| Feature | A6-3410MX | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz+10% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,274 | 1,275 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 271 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A6-3410MX uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A6-3410MX versus 800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 — the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-3410MX) vs 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) — the A6-3410MX offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A6-3410MX | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FS1 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 800+26567% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+104857500% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3410MX) vs false (Celeron Dual-Core T3500). The A6-3410MX includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6520G), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3410MX targets Mainstream Laptop, Celeron Dual-Core T3500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A6-3410MX rivals Core i3-2330M; Celeron Dual-Core T3500 rivals Pentium T4400.
| Feature | A6-3410MX | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6520G | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | false |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | Budget |
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