Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 vs Athlon 64 TF-20

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.2 GHz2009

Athlon 64 TF-20

1 Cores1 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

2 / 2

1,250

+0.4%

1,245

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 Dual-Core SU2300 is positioned at rank 1098 and the Athlon 64 TF-20 is on rank 790, so the Athlon 64 TF-20 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 Dual-Core SU2300

#1086

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3145%

#1087

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3099%

#1088

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2845%

#1089

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2832%

#1090

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2806%

#1092

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2710%

#1093

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2598%

#1094

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2594%

#1095

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2524%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

100%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1101

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1102

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

99%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

97%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

96%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#1109

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1110

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

94%

#1111

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#1112

Pentium B970

MSRP: $125|Avg: $39

94%

#1113

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 TF-20

#778

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1178%

#779

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1161%

#780

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1066%

#781

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1061%

#782

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1051%

#784

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1015%

#785

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

973%

#786

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

972%

#787

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

946%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

99%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

98%

#800

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

98%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

97%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Athlon 64 TF-20 leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.4% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Celeron Dual-Core SU2300	Athlon 64 TF-20
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($10)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sherman (2009) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Athlon 64 TF-20 stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 80% cheaper ($10 vs $50) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Celeron Dual-Core SU2300	Athlon 64 TF-20
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+398%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($10)

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 Dual-Core SU2300 Benchmark Check

Athlon 64 TF-20 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 and Athlon 64 TF-20

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

The Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,250 points. Launch price was $134.

Athlon 64 TF-20

The Athlon 64 TF-20 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Sherman (2009) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,245 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon 64 TF-20 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.2 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 versus 1.6 GHz on the Athlon 64 TF-20 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 TF-20. The Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon 64 TF-20 uses Sherman (2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 scores 1,250 against the Athlon 64 TF-20's 1,245 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300.

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core SU2300	Athlon 64 TF-20
Cores / Threads	2 / 2+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	1.2 GHz	1.6 GHz+33%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512 kB
Process	45 nm-31%	65 nm
Architecture	Penryn (2008−2011)	Sherman (2009)
PassMark	1,250	1,245
Geekbench 6 Single	150	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	280	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon 64 TF-20 uses S1g1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 versus DDR2-667 on the Athlon 64 TF-20 — the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: GS45 (Celeron Dual-Core SU2300) and Socket S1 (Athlon 64 TF-20).

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core SU2300	Athlon 64 TF-20
Socket	BGA956	S1g1
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-800+50%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	6	—

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron Dual-Core SU2300) vs false (Athlon 64 TF-20). Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 targets Legacy Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 rivals Pentium SU4100.

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core SU2300	Athlon 64 TF-20
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x	false
Target Use	Legacy Mobile	—

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Value Analysis

The Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Athlon 64 TF-20 debuted at $50. At current prices ($50 vs $10), the Athlon 64 TF-20 is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron Dual-Core SU2300 delivers 25.0 pts/$ vs 124.5 pts/$ for the Athlon 64 TF-20 — making the Athlon 64 TF-20 the 133.1% better value option.