CPU
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Celeron Dual-Core T3100
Celeron N3150
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 T3100 is positioned at rank 711 and the Celeron N3150 is on rank 208, so the Celeron N3150 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 T3100
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3150
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3100 | Celeron N3150 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Braswell (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3100 | Celeron N3150 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 T3100 and Celeron N3150
Celeron Dual-Core T3100
The Celeron Dual-Core T3100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,174 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron N3150
The Celeron N3150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.08 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,177 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T3100 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron N3150 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron N3150 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3100 versus 2.08 GHz on the Celeron N3150 — a 9% clock advantage for the Celeron N3150. The Celeron Dual-Core T3100 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron N3150 uses Braswell (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3100 scores 1,174 against the Celeron N3150's 1,177 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron N3150.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3100 | Celeron N3150 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.08 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Braswell (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,174 | 1,177 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3100 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron N3150 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3100 versus 1600 on the Celeron N3150 — the Celeron N3150 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T3100) vs 4 (Celeron N3150) — the Celeron N3150 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45,GS45 (Celeron Dual-Core T3100) and FCBGA1170 (Celeron N3150).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3100 | Celeron N3150 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+104857500% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Celeron Dual-Core T3100) vs true (Celeron N3150). The Celeron N3150 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Braswell)), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T3100 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T3100 rivals Pentium T4200; Celeron N3150 rivals AMD E2-7110.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3100 | Celeron N3150 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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