CPU
GPU
Celeron Dual-Core T1500
A8-3510MX
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 Dual-Core T1500 is positioned at rank 549 and the A8-3510MX is on rank 754, so the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Performance Per Dollar A8-3510MX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | A8-3510MX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | A8-3510MX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Dual-Core T1500 and A8-3510MX
Celeron Dual-Core T1500
The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.87 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,625 points. Launch price was $69.
A8-3510MX
The A8-3510MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,631 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-3510MX offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3510MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.87 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 versus 2.5 GHz on the A8-3510MX — a 28.8% clock advantage for the A8-3510MX. The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A8-3510MX uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 scores 1,625 against the A8-3510MX's 1,631 — a 0.4% lead for the A8-3510MX.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | A8-3510MX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.87 GHz | 2.5 GHz+34% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 1,625 | 1,631 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 252 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 versus DDR3-1600 on the A8-3510MX — the A8-3510MX supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-3510MX 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: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) vs 20 (A8-3510MX) — the A8-3510MX offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | A8-3510MX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | FS1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) vs AMD-V (A8-3510MX). The A8-3510MX includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6620G), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T1500 targets Budget, A8-3510MX targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T1500 rivals Pentium T2390; A8-3510MX rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | A8-3510MX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6620G |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Laptop |
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