Celeron 3867U
VS
Pentium M 735

Celeron 3867U vs Pentium M 735

Intel

Celeron 3867U

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2019
VS
Intel

Pentium M 735

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2004

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 3867U is positioned at rank 132 and the Pentium M 735 is on rank 1207, so the Celeron 3867U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 3867U

#36
Core i5-11500B
MSRP: $185|Avg: $185
96%
#120
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
304%
#121
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
299%
#122
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
275%
#123
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
273%
#124
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
271%
#126
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
262%
#127
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
251%
#128
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
251%
#129
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
244%
#132
Celeron 3867U
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#137
N200
MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A
98%
#138
Core 2 Duo SP9600
MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A
98%
#140
Core 2 Duo P8700
MSRP: $241|Avg: $85
97%
#147
Atom N2800
MSRP: $47|Avg: $3
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 735

#1195
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
5915%
#1196
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
5829%
#1197
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
5351%
#1198
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
5327%
#1199
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
5278%
#1201
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
5097%
#1202
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
4887%
#1203
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
4879%
#1204
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
4748%
#1207
Pentium M 735
MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A
100%
#1208
Core i7-620LM
MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A
98%
#1209
Core i7-740QM
MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A
98%
#1211
Core 2 Solo SU3300
MSRP: $262|Avg: $50
96%
#1212
Celeron 540
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
96%
#1213
Celeron U3600
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
94%
#1216
Core 2 Quad Q9000
MSRP: $348|Avg: $15
93%
#1217
Core i5-2537M
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
92%
#1218
Core i7-720QM
MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A
92%
#1219
Pentium U5400
MSRP: $289|Avg: $214
90%
#1220
Pentium T2330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $7
89%
#1221
Z-01
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
87%
#1222
Pentium T2310
MSRP: $150|Avg: $14
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 3867U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron 3867UPentium M 735
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($294)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 735 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron 3867UPentium M 735
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($294)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 3867U and Pentium M 735

Intel

Celeron 3867U

The Celeron 3867U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,449 points. Launch price was $107.

Intel

Pentium M 735

The Pentium M 735 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,459 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Celeron 3867U packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium M 735 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron 3867U has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 3867U versus 1.7 GHz on the Pentium M 735 — a 5.7% clock advantage for the Celeron 3867U (base: 1.8 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Celeron 3867U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium M 735 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 3867U scores 1,449 against the Pentium M 735's 1,459 — a 0.7% lead for the Pentium M 735. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 3867U vs 0 kB on the Pentium M 735.

FeatureCeleron 3867UPentium M 735
Cores / Threads
2 / 2+100%
1 / 1
Boost Clock
1.8 GHz+6%
1.7 GHz
Base Clock
1.8 GHz+6%
1.7 GHz
L3 Cache
2 MB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512 kB
2 MB+300%
Process
14 nm-84%
90 nm
Architecture
Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark
1,449
1,459
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 3867U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium M 735 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron 3867U versus DDR-333 on the Pentium M 735 — the Celeron 3867U supports -204.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 3867U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Celeron 3867U) vs 1 (Pentium M 735). PCIe lanes: 12 (Celeron 3867U) vs 0 (Pentium M 735) — the Celeron 3867U offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCeleron 3867UPentium M 735
Socket
BGA1356
PGA478
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+173%
PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-2133
DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB+1500%
2 GB
RAM Channels
2+100%
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
12
0
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 3867U) vs None (Pentium M 735). The Celeron 3867U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Pentium M 735 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 3867U targets Budget, Pentium M 735 targets Mobile Legacy. Direct competitor: Celeron 3867U rivals Pentium Gold 4417U.

FeatureCeleron 3867UPentium M 735
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
HD Graphics 610
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
None
Target Use
Budget
Mobile Legacy