Celeron Dual-Core T1500 vs Ryzen 5 5600
Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Ryzen 5 5600
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. The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 is positioned at rank #549 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T1500
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($49) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+465%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($49) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
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 Ryzen 5 5600
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.
Ryzen 5 5600
The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.87 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 80.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600. The Celeron Dual-Core T1500 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 scores 1,625 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 172% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 1.87 GHz | 4.4 GHz+135% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 7 nm-89% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 1,625 | 21,550+1226% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 11,077 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,052 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,600 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM965,GL960 (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 4.0+264% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR4-3200+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: No (Celeron Dual-Core T1500) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T1500 targets Budget, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T1500 rivals Pentium T2390.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($49 vs $115), the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 is $66 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron Dual-Core T1500 delivers 33.2 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 139.9% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1500 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-57% | $115 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.2 | 187.4+464% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2022 |
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