Celeron 6305 vs Core 2 Quad Q6700

Celeron 6305

2 Cores2 Thrd2.5 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2020

Core 2 Quad Q6700

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.67 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 6305

2 / 2

2,077

0.0%

2,092

+0.7%

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 6305 is positioned at rank 897 and the Core 2 Quad Q6700 is on rank 1079, so the Celeron 6305 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 6305

#885

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1512%

#886

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1489%

#887

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1367%

#888

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1361%

#889

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1349%

#891

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1302%

#892

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1249%

#893

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1247%

#894

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1213%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

100%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

97%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

96%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q6700

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

78915%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

74567%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

54142%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

16311%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

12920%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

11302%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

6473%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

6389%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

5817%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

5817%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

5752%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

5596%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

5518%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

5496%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

5446%

#1079

Core 2 Quad Q6700

MSRP: $530|Avg: $50

100%

#1080

Athlon 64 2600+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

99%

#1081

Celeron 2.20

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

98%

#1082

Athlon 64 X2 5200+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $15

91%

#1083

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

MSRP: $328|Avg: $10

91%

#1084

Core i7-975

MSRP: $999|Avg: $50

89%

#1085

Athlon XP 2600+

MSRP: $98|Avg: $10

88%

#1086

Core i7-965

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $40

87%

#1087

Athlon 64 FX-74

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

84%

#1088

Athlon 64 2000+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

84%

#1089

Core 2 Extreme QX9770

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

84%

#1090

Athlon 64 X2 5600+

MSRP: $505|Avg: $15

84%

#1091

Athlon 64 X2 5400+

MSRP: $485|Avg: $78

83%

#1092

Celeron 2.30

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

82%

#1093

Phenom X4 9450e

MSRP: $450|Avg: $430

82%

#1094

Athlon 64 X2 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $20

78%

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 6305 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 6305	Core 2 Quad Q6700
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)	🛑 Legacy (Kentsfield (2007) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Quad Q6700 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 6305	Core 2 Quad Q6700
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+61%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($50)

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.

Celeron 6305 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Quad Q6700 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 6305 and Core 2 Quad Q6700

Celeron 6305

The Celeron 6305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 2.5 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,077 points. Launch price was $69.

Core 2 Quad Q6700

The Core 2 Quad Q6700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Kentsfield (2007) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 8 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Celeron 6305 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core 2 Quad Q6700 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core 2 Quad Q6700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 versus 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q6700 — a 38.9% clock advantage for the Core 2 Quad Q6700. The Celeron 6305 uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core 2 Quad Q6700 uses Kentsfield (2007) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 6305 scores 2,077 against the Core 2 Quad Q6700's 2,092 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Quad Q6700. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron 6305 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Quad Q6700.

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core 2 Quad Q6700
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz	2.67 GHz+48%
Base Clock	—	2.66 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	2.5 MB	8 MB (total)+220%
Process	10 nm SuperFin-85%	65 nm
Architecture	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)	Kentsfield (2007)
PassMark	2,077	2,092
Geekbench 6 Single	744	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,236	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 6305 uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core 2 Quad Q6700 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Celeron 6305 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Quad Q6700 — the Celeron 6305 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 6305 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron 6305) vs 0 (Core 2 Quad Q6700) — the Celeron 6305 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Tiger Lake-U (Celeron 6305) and P45,G45 (Core 2 Quad Q6700).

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core 2 Quad Q6700
Socket	FCBGA1449	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+264%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200+100%	DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+700%	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	4	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 6305) vs VT-x (Core 2 Quad Q6700). The Celeron 6305 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen), while the Core 2 Quad Q6700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 6305 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505.

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core 2 Quad Q6700
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics for 11th Gen	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

The Celeron 6305 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core 2 Quad Q6700 debuted at $530. At current prices ($80 vs $50), the Core 2 Quad Q6700 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 6305 delivers 26.0 pts/$ vs 41.8 pts/$ for the Core 2 Quad Q6700 — making the Core 2 Quad Q6700 the 46.8% better value option.