Athlon 5370 vs Celeron M 575
Athlon 5370
Celeron M 575
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 Athlon 5370 is positioned at rank 545 and the Celeron M 575 is on rank 827, so the Athlon 5370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 5370
Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 575
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($12) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($12) |
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 Athlon 5370 and Celeron M 575
Athlon 5370
The Athlon 5370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron M 575
The Celeron M 575 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,917 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
The Athlon 5370 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 575 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Athlon 5370 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Athlon 5370 versus 2 GHz on the Celeron M 575 — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Athlon 5370. The Athlon 5370 uses the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Celeron M 575 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 5370 scores 1,906 against the Celeron M 575's 1,917 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron M 575.
| Feature | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+300% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+10% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | — |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+100% | 1 MB |
| Process | 28 nm-57% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Kabini (2013−2014) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,906 | 1,917 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 247 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 636 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 5370 uses the AM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron M 575 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Athlon 5370 versus 800 on the Celeron M 575 — the Celeron M 575 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon 5370 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Athlon 5370) vs 2 (Celeron M 575). PCIe lanes: 4 (Athlon 5370) vs 0 (Celeron M 575) — the Athlon 5370 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM1,A50M (Athlon 5370) and GL40,GM45 (Celeron M 575).
| Feature | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM1 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 800+26567% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+419430300% | 4 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon 5370) vs false (Celeron M 575). The Athlon 5370 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3), while the Celeron M 575 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 5370 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron M 575 rivals Mobile Sempron SI-40.
| Feature | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R3 | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | false |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Athlon 5370 launched at $55 MSRP, while the Celeron M 575 debuted at $86. At current prices ($15 vs $12), the Celeron M 575 is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon 5370 delivers 127.1 pts/$ vs 159.8 pts/$ for the Celeron M 575 — making the Celeron M 575 the 22.8% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon 5370 | Celeron M 575 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55-36% | $86 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $12-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 127.1 | 159.8+26% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2008 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Athlon 5370 and Celeron M 575
