Celeron B720 vs Pentium T2310
Celeron B720
Pentium T2310
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 B720 is positioned at rank 1091 and the Pentium T2310 is on rank 1222, so the Celeron B720 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron B720
Performance Per Dollar Pentium T2310
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($14) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($14) |
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 B720 and Pentium T2310
Celeron B720
The Celeron B720 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 665 points. Launch price was $70.
Pentium T2310
The Pentium T2310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.46 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 625 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron B720 is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron B720 scores 665 against the Pentium T2310's 625 — a 6.2% lead for the Celeron B720. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total) on the Celeron B720 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium T2310.
| Feature | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | — |
| Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz+16% | 1.46 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB (total)+50% | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 665+6% | 625 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron B720 uses the G2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium T2310 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron B720 versus DDR2-667 on the Pentium T2310 — the Celeron B720 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron B720 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron B720) vs 0 (Pentium T2310) — the Celeron B720 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G2 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+300% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron B720) vs VT-x is missing (Pentium T2310). The Celeron B720 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Pentium T2310 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron B720 targets Budget, Pentium T2310 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron B720 rivals Pentium 967.
| Feature | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x is missing |
| Target Use | Budget | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Celeron B720 launched at $70 MSRP, while the Pentium T2310 debuted at $150. At current prices ($10 vs $14), the Celeron B720 is $4 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron B720 delivers 66.5 pts/$ vs 44.6 pts/$ for the Pentium T2310 — making the Celeron B720 the 39.3% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron B720 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-53% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-29% | $14 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.5+49% | 44.6 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2007 |
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