CPU
GPU
Celeron 3765U
Core i3-2330M
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 3765U is positioned at rank 445 and the Core i3-2330M is on rank 679, so the Celeron 3765U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 3765U
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2330M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 3765U | Core i3-2330M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 3765U | Core i3-2330M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 3765U and Core i3-2330M
Celeron 3765U
The Celeron 3765U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) 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 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,252 points. Launch price was $107.
Core i3-2330M
The Core i3-2330M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,248 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Celeron 3765U packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-2330M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 3765U versus 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-2330M — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-2330M (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Celeron 3765U uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-2330M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 3765U scores 1,252 against the Core i3-2330M's 1,248 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron 3765U. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 3765U vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2330M.
| Feature | Celeron 3765U | Core i3-2330M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.2 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.2 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,252 | 1,248 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 3765U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2330M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Celeron 3765U versus 1333 on the Core i3-2330M — the Core i3-2330M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Celeron 3765U) vs 16 (Core i3-2330M) — the Core i3-2330M offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Wildcat Point-LP (Celeron 3765U) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i3-2330M).
| Feature | Celeron 3765U | Core i3-2330M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 3765U) vs true (Core i3-2330M). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics (Broadwell) (Celeron 3765U) and Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2330M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 3765U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 3765U rivals Pentium 3825U; Core i3-2330M rivals AMD A6-3400M.
| Feature | Celeron 3765U | Core i3-2330M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Broadwell) | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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