Celeron Dual-Core T1600 vs Core i7-930

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.66 GHz2008

Core i7-930

4 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.06 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

2 / 2

3,000

+0.2%

2,993

0.0%

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 i7-930 is on rank 996, so the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 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 T1600

#866

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1467%

#867

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1446%

#868

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1327%

#869

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1321%

#870

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1309%

#872

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1264%

#873

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1212%

#874

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1210%

#875

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1178%

#880

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#882

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

100%

#887

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

99%

#888

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

98%

#889

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

98%

#890

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#893

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-930

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30620%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

28933%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

21008%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6329%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5013%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4385%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2512%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2479%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2257%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2257%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2232%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2172%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2141%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2133%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2113%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

99%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

99%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

97%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

95%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

94%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

93%

#1004

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

92%

#1005

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

92%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

91%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

91%

#1009

Core 2 Duo E6540

MSRP: $163|Avg: $15

90%

#1010

Celeron 430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#1011

Athlon X2 BE-2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-930 leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.2% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Celeron Dual-Core T1600	Core i7-930
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($20)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i7-930 stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 87% cheaper ($20 vs $150) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Celeron Dual-Core T1600	Core i7-930
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+648%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($20)

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 T1600 Benchmark Check

Core i7-930 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron Dual-Core T1600 and Core i7-930

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 i7-930

The Core i7-930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 February 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.06 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,993 points. Launch price was $80.

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Processing Power

The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i7-930 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-930 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.66 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 versus 3.06 GHz on the Core i7-930 — a 59.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-930. The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i7-930 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 scores 3,000 against the Core i7-930's 2,993 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T1600.

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core T1600	Core i7-930
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	1.66 GHz	3.06 GHz+84%
Base Clock	—	2.8 GHz
L3 Cache	—	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256 kB (per core)
Process	65 nm	45 nm-31%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Bloomfield (2008−2010)
PassMark	3,000	2,993

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i7-930 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 667 on the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 versus DDR3-1066 on the Core i7-930 — the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 supports 198.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-930 supports up to 24 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) vs 3 (Core i7-930). PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) vs 36 (Core i7-930) — the Core i7-930 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core T1600	Core i7-930
Socket	PGA478	LGA1366
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	667+22133%	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	4	24 GB+629145500%
RAM Channels	2	3+50%
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	36

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron Dual-Core T1600) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-930). Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T1600 targets Budget, Core i7-930 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T1600 rivals Pentium T2390.

Feature	Celeron Dual-Core T1600	Core i7-930
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	false	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Budget	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Celeron Dual-Core T1600 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i7-930 debuted at $294. At current prices ($150 vs $20), the Core i7-930 is $130 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron Dual-Core T1600 delivers 20.0 pts/$ vs 149.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-930 — making the Core i7-930 the 152.8% better value option.