Celeron 1005M vs Celeron G540T
Celeron 1005M
Celeron G540T
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 Celeron 1005M is positioned at rank 1018 and the Celeron G540T is on rank 639, so the Celeron G540T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1005M
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G540T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) | ✅ More affordable ($42) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+109%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) | ✅ More affordable ($42) |
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 Celeron 1005M and Celeron G540T
Celeron 1005M
The Celeron 1005M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,116 points. Launch price was $86.
Celeron G540T
The Celeron G540T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,137 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 1005M and Celeron G540T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 1005M versus 2.1 GHz on the Celeron G540T — a 10% clock advantage for the Celeron G540T (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Celeron 1005M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron G540T uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1005M scores 1,116 against the Celeron G540T's 1,137 — a 1.9% lead for the Celeron G540T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 384, a 9.3% lead for the Celeron G540T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 607 vs 655 (7.6% advantage for the Celeron G540T). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 1005M vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G540T.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.1 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.1 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,116 | 1,137+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 656 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350 | 384+10% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 607 | 655+8% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1005M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G540T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM76,HM77 (Celeron 1005M) and H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Celeron G540T).
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 1005M) vs VT-x (Celeron G540T). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1005M) and Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron G540T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G540T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G540T rivals Pentium G630T.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1005M launched at $86 MSRP, while the Celeron G540T debuted at $42.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86 | $42-51% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $42 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Celeron 1005M and Celeron G540T
