Celeron 6305 vs Core i3-2130
Celeron 6305
Core i3-2130
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 6305 is positioned at rank 897 and the Core i3-2130 is on rank 899, so the Celeron 6305 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 6305
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2130
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($138) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+73%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($138) |
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 6305 and Core i3-2130
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 i3-2130
The Core i3-2130 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,067 points. Launch price was $123.
Processing Power
The Celeron 6305 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-2130's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i3-2130 — a 61.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-2130. The Celeron 6305 uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core i3-2130 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 6305 scores 2,077 against the Core i3-2130's 2,067 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron 6305. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 744 vs 505, a 38.3% lead for the Celeron 6305 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron 6305 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2130.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.4 GHz+89% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB+900% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-69% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,077 | 2,067 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 744+47% | 505 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,236 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 6305 uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-2130 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Celeron 6305 versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2130 — the Celeron 6305 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 6305 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron 6305) vs 16 (Core i3-2130) — the Core i3-2130 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Tiger Lake-U (Celeron 6305) and H61,B65,H67,P67,Z68,Q67,Q75,H77,Z75,Z77 (Core i3-2130).
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1449 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+100% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200+33% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 6305) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2130). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (Celeron 6305) and HD Graphics 2000 (Core i3-2130) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 6305 targets Budget, Core i3-2130 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505; Core i3-2130 rivals Pentium G860.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics for 11th Gen | HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 6305 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core i3-2130 debuted at $138. At current prices ($80 vs $138), the Celeron 6305 is $58 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 6305 delivers 26.0 pts/$ vs 15.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-2130 — making the Celeron 6305 the 53.7% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i3-2130 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-22% | $138 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-42% | $138 |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.0+73% | 15.0 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2011 |
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