CPU
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Celeron 1047UE
Pentium T2330
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 Pentium T2330 is on rank 1220, so the Celeron 1047UE 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 Pentium T2330
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($7) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1307%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($7) |
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 1047UE and Pentium T2330
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.
Pentium T2330
The Pentium T2330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 665 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron 1047UE is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron 1047UE scores 675 against the Pentium T2330's 665 — a 1.5% lead for the Celeron 1047UE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 159 vs 223, a 33.5% lead for the Pentium T2330 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 293 vs 402 (31.4% advantage for the Pentium T2330). L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 1047UE vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium T2330.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 1.4 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total)+100% | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 22 nm-66% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 675+2% | 665 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 159 | 223+40% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 293 | 402+37% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1047UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium T2330 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1047UE versus DDR2-533 on the Pentium T2330 — the Celeron 1047UE supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1047UE supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 1047UE) vs 4 (Pentium T2330) — the Celeron 1047UE offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: BGA1023 (Celeron 1047UE) and GL960 (Pentium T2330).
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600+50% | DDR2-533 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+300% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+300% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron 1047UE) vs No (Pentium T2330). The Celeron 1047UE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Pentium T2330 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | No |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1047UE launched at $100 MSRP, while the Pentium T2330 debuted at $150. At current prices ($100 vs $7), the Pentium T2330 is $93 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 1047UE delivers 6.8 pts/$ vs 95.0 pts/$ for the Pentium T2330 — making the Pentium T2330 the 173.5% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $7-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 95.0+1297% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2007 |
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