A6-3600 vs Celeron G1630

CPU

GPU

A6-3600

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2011

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Celeron G1630

2 Cores2 Thrd55 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2013

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A6-3600 vs Celeron G1630 Performance Spectrum

A6-3600

4 / 4

1,718

+0.6%

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Celeron G1630

2 / 2

1,707

0.0%

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.

A6-3600 vs Celeron G1630 FPS Benchmarks

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A6-3600 vs Celeron G1630: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

A6-3600

2011

Why buy it

✅+0.6% higher PassMark.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Celeron G1630.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (253 vs 386).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 18.1 vs 40.6 PassMark/$ ($95 MSRP vs $42 MSRP).
❌18.2% higher power demand at 65W vs 55W.

Celeron G1630

2013

Why buy it

✅+52.6% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅Costs $53 less on MSRP ($42 MSRP vs $95 MSRP).
✅Delivers 124.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 40.6 vs 18.1 PassMark/$ ($42 MSRP vs $95 MSRP).
✅Draws 55W instead of 65W, a 10W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (1,707 vs 1,718).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike A6-3600.

Quick Answers

So, is Celeron G1630 better than A6-3600?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, Celeron G1630 is ahead with a 1.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, A6-3600 pulls ahead with 0.6% better PassMark.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, A6-3600 is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.6% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Celeron G1630 is the better buy right now. Celeron G1630 comes in $53 cheaper on MSRP at $42 MSRP versus $95 MSRP, and it still gives you a 1.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that A6-3600 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.6% better PassMark. It is also 124.7% better value on MSRP (40.6 vs 18.1 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Celeron G1630 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2013 vs 2011). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

A6-3600 vs Celeron G1630 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

A6-3600

The A6-3600 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,718 points. Launch price was $70.

Celeron G1630

The Celeron G1630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,707 points. Launch price was $80.

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Processing Power

The A6-3600 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G1630 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A6-3600 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the A6-3600 versus 2.8 GHz on the Celeron G1630 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Celeron G1630 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The A6-3600 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G1630 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A6-3600 scores 1,718 against the Celeron G1630's 1,707 — a 0.6% lead for the A6-3600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 253 vs 386, a 41.6% lead for the Celeron G1630 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A6-3600 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1630.

Feature	A6-3600	Celeron G1630
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz	2.8 GHz+17%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.8 GHz+33%
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	22 nm-31%
Architecture	Llano (2011−2012)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,718	1,707
Geekbench 6 Single	253	386+53%
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	635

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Memory & Platform

The A6-3600 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1630 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A6-3600 versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1630 — the A6-3600 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1630 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A6-3600) and H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Celeron G1630).

Feature	A6-3600	Celeron G1630
Socket	FM1	LGA1155
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1866+40%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	32 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3600) vs VT-x (Celeron G1630). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6530D (A6-3600) and HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron G1630) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3600 targets Budget Desktop, Celeron G1630 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A6-3600 rivals Pentium G630; Celeron G1630 rivals Pentium G2030.

Feature	A6-3600	Celeron G1630
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Radeon HD 6530D	HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	VT-x
Target Use	Budget Desktop	Budget

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Value Analysis

At launch, the A6-3600 was priced at $95, while the Celeron G1630 came in at $42. On launch pricing ($95 vs $42), Celeron G1630 was $53 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the A6-3600 delivers 18.1 pts/$ vs 40.6 pts/$ for the Celeron G1630 — making the Celeron G1630 the 76.8% better value option.

Feature	A6-3600	Celeron G1630
MSRP	$95	$42-56%
Performance per Dollar	18.1	40.6+124%
Release Date	2011	2013

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