Celeron Dual-Core T3000 vs A8-5550M
Celeron Dual-Core T3000
A8-5550M
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 T3000 is positioned at rank 824 and the A8-5550M is on rank 692, so the A8-5550M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3000
Performance Per Dollar A8-5550M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3000 | A8-5550M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn-1M (2009) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3000 | A8-5550M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron Dual-Core T3000 and A8-5550M
Celeron Dual-Core T3000
The Celeron Dual-Core T3000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn-1M (2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,797 points. Launch price was $69.
A8-5550M
The A8-5550M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,811 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T3000 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-5550M offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5550M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3000 versus 3.1 GHz on the A8-5550M — a 53.1% clock advantage for the A8-5550M. The Celeron Dual-Core T3000 uses the Penryn-1M (2009) architecture (45 nm), while the A8-5550M uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3000 scores 1,797 against the A8-5550M's 1,811 — a 0.8% lead for the A8-5550M.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3000 | A8-5550M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.1 GHz+72% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn-1M (2009) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,797 | 1,811 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3000 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A8-5550M uses FS1r2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3000 versus 1600 on the A8-5550M — the A8-5550M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-5550M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Mobile Intel 4 Series (Celeron Dual-Core T3000) and FP2,FS1r2 (A8-5550M).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3000 | A8-5550M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | FS1r2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+52428700% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron Dual-Core T3000) vs true (A8-5550M). The A8-5550M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3000 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A8-5550M rivals Core i3-4000M.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3000 | A8-5550M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | true |
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