Celeron 4305U vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Celeron 4305U
Ryzen 7 3700X
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. The Celeron 4305U is positioned at rank #109 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 4305U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($107) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+997%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($107) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 4305U and Ryzen 7 3700X
Celeron 4305U
The Celeron 4305U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,562 points. Launch price was $107.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Celeron 4305U packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Celeron 4305U versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Celeron 4305U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 4305U scores 1,562 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 174% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 4305U vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz+100% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+64% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 32 MB+1500% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,562 | 22,430+1336% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 4305U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Celeron 4305U versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Celeron 4305U supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 4305U) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Whiskey Lake-U (Celeron 4305U) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 | 128 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Celeron 4305U) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The Celeron 4305U includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 610), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 4305U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 4305U rivals Pentium Gold 5405U.
| Feature | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 4305U launched at $107 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329.
| Feature | Celeron 4305U | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-67% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $140 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2019 |
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