CPU
GPU
Celeron 1047UE
Celeron B720
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 1047UE is positioned at rank 1170 and the Celeron B720 is on rank 1091, so the Celeron B720 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1047UE
Performance Per Dollar Celeron B720
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+885%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 1047UE and Celeron B720
Celeron 1047UE
The Celeron 1047UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 675 points. Launch price was $134.
Celeron B720
The Celeron B720 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 665 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Celeron 1047UE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron B720 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron 1047UE has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.4 GHz on the Celeron 1047UE versus 1.7 GHz on the Celeron B720 — a 19.4% clock advantage for the Celeron B720. The Celeron 1047UE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron B720 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1047UE scores 675 against the Celeron B720's 665 — a 1.5% lead for the Celeron 1047UE. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 1047UE vs 1.5 MB (total) on the Celeron B720.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.4 GHz | 1.7 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total)+33% | 1.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 675+2% | 665 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 159 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 293 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1047UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron B720 uses G2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: BGA1023 (Celeron 1047UE) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QM77 (Celeron B720).
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | G2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1047UE) and HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron B720) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron B720 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron B720 rivals Pentium 967.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1047UE launched at $100 MSRP, while the Celeron B720 debuted at $70. At current prices ($100 vs $10), the Celeron B720 is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 1047UE delivers 6.8 pts/$ vs 66.5 pts/$ for the Celeron B720 — making the Celeron B720 the 163.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $70-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $10-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 66.5+878% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2012 |
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