Celeron 847 vs Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Celeron 847
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 847 is positioned at rank 1093 and the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is on rank 959, so the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 847
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+0%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 847 and Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Celeron 847
The Celeron 847 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 1.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,270 points. Launch price was $134.
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,275 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 847 and Celeron Dual-Core T3500 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.1 GHz on the Celeron 847 versus 2.1 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 — a 62.5% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500. The Celeron 847 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 847 scores 1,270 against the Celeron Dual-Core T3500's 1,275 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500.
| Feature | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.1 GHz | 2.1 GHz+91% |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,270 | 1,275 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 196 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 354 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 847 uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron 847 versus 800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 — the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 847 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 847) vs 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) — the Celeron 847 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67 (Celeron 847) and GL40,GM45,GM47 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500).
| Feature | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 800+26567% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+209715100% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron 847) vs false (Celeron Dual-Core T3500). The Celeron 847 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 847 targets Budget, Celeron Dual-Core T3500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 847 rivals Pentium 967; Celeron Dual-Core T3500 rivals Pentium T4400.
| Feature | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | false |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 847 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 debuted at $80. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 847 delivers 84.7 pts/$ vs 85.0 pts/$ for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 — making the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 the 0.4% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 847 | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $134 | $80-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 84.7 | 85.0 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2010 |
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