Celeron Dual-Core T1600 vs Core i5-6200U
Celeron Dual-Core T1600
Core i5-6200U
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 T1600 is positioned at rank 880 and the Core i5-6200U is on rank 230, so the Core i5-6200U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T1600
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6200U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1600 | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T1600 | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ 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 T1600 and Core i5-6200U
Celeron Dual-Core T1600
The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 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: 1.66 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 3,000 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-6200U
The Core i5-6200U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,990 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-6200U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.66 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i5-6200U — a 51.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-6200U. The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i5-6200U uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 scores 3,000 against the Core i5-6200U's 2,990 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T1600.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1600 | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.66 GHz | 2.8 GHz+69% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 14 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,000 | 2,990 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 946 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i5-6200U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6200U — the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 supports 197.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-6200U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) vs 12 (Core i5-6200U) — the Core i5-6200U offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45,GM47,PM45 (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) and Integrated (Core i5-6200U).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1600 | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | BGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 667+16575% | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 | 32 GB+838860700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-6200U). The Core i5-6200U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 520), while the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T1600 targets Budget, Core i5-6200U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T1600 rivals Pentium T2390; Core i5-6200U rivals A12-9700P.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T1600 | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 520 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Laptop |
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