Celeron 1005M vs Phenom II X2 B53
Celeron 1005M
Phenom II X2 B53
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Phenom II X2 B53 is on rank 1038, so the Celeron 1005M 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 Phenom II X2 B53
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Callisto (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+484%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) | ✅ More affordable ($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 Celeron 1005M and Phenom II X2 B53
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.
Phenom II X2 B53
The Phenom II X2 B53 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Callisto (2009−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,137 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 1005M and Phenom II X2 B53 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 1005M versus 2.8 GHz on the Phenom II X2 B53 — a 38.3% clock advantage for the Phenom II X2 B53 (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Celeron 1005M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Phenom II X2 B53 uses Callisto (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1005M scores 1,116 against the Phenom II X2 B53's 1,137 — a 1.9% lead for the Phenom II X2 B53. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 300, a 15.4% lead for the Celeron 1005M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 607 vs 550 (9.9% advantage for the Celeron 1005M). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 1005M vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X2 B53.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.8 GHz+47% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.8 GHz+47% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Callisto (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,116 | 1,137+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 656 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350+17% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 607+10% | 550 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1005M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X2 B53 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Celeron 1005M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 1005M) vs 0 (Phenom II X2 B53) — the Celeron 1005M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM76,HM77 (Celeron 1005M) and AM3,AM2+ (Phenom II X2 B53).
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 1005M) vs Yes (Phenom II X2 B53). The Celeron 1005M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Phenom II X2 B53 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1005M launched at $86 MSRP, while the Phenom II X2 B53 debuted at $150.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Phenom II X2 B53 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-43% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $15 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2009 |
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