Celeron 6305 vs Core i7-610E

Celeron 6305

2 Cores2 Thrd2.5 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2020

Core i7-610E

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 6305

2 / 2

2,077

+0.3%

2,071

0.0%

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 i7-610E is on rank 1125, 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 i7-610E

#1113

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3543%

#1114

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3492%

#1115

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3205%

#1116

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3191%

#1117

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3162%

#1119

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3053%

#1120

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2928%

#1121

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2923%

#1122

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2844%

#1125

Core i7-610E

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

100%

#1126

Core i5-5350U

MSRP: $315|Avg: N/A

99%

#1127

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

99%

#1128

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

99%

#1129

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

99%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

99%

#1131

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

99%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1133

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

98%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

94%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

93%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

93%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

93%

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 i7-610E
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($40)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-610E (2010) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 6305	Core i7-610E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+99%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($40)

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 i7-610E Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 6305 and Core i7-610E

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 i7-610E

The Core i7-610E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 2,071 points. Launch price was $332.

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Processing Power

The Celeron 6305 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i7-610E's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-610E — a 56% clock advantage for the Core i7-610E. The Celeron 6305 uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core i7-610E uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 6305 scores 2,077 against the Core i7-610E's 2,071 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron 6305. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron 6305 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-610E.

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core i7-610E
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz	3.2 GHz+78%
Base Clock	—	2.53 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 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)	Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark	2,077	2,071
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 i7-610E uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core i7-610E
Socket	FCBGA1449	BGA1288
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+100%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	4	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 6305) / not specified (Core i7-610E). The Celeron 6305 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen), while the Core i7-610E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 6305 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505.

Feature	Celeron 6305	Core i7-610E
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics for 11th Gen	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	—
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

The Celeron 6305 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core i7-610E debuted at $250. At current prices ($80 vs $40), the Core i7-610E is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 6305 delivers 26.0 pts/$ vs 51.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-610E — making the Core i7-610E the 66.4% better value option.