Celeron 4305UE vs Ryzen 5 3600
Celeron 4305UE
Ryzen 5 3600
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 4305UE is positioned at rank #960 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 4305UE
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1292%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 4305UE and Ryzen 5 3600
Celeron 4305UE
The Celeron 4305UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,699 points. Launch price was $107.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). 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: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Celeron 4305UE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 3600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Celeron 4305UE versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 71% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600. The Celeron 4305UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 4305UE scores 1,699 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 164.9% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 670 vs 1,295, a 63.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,065 vs 1,898 (56.2% advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600). L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 4305UE vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4.2 GHz+110% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+1500% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,699 | 17,685+941% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 670 | 1,295+93% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,065 | 1,898+78% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 4305UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Ryzen 5 3600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 4305UE) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600) — the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Whiskey Lake (Celeron 4305UE) and AMD B550,AMD X570,AMD B450,AMD X470 (Ryzen 5 3600).
| Feature | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 3600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron 4305UE) vs Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). The Celeron 4305UE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Ryzen 5 3600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 4305UE targets Budget, Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Celeron 4305UE rivals Athlon Silver 3050GE; Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | Yes |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 4305UE launched at $107 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($107 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 3600 is $27 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 4305UE delivers 15.9 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 173.2% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 4305UE | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-46% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $107 | $80-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.9 | 221.1+1291% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2019 |
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