Celeron Dual-Core T3300 vs Core i3-3229Y
Celeron Dual-Core T3300
Core i3-3229Y
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 T3300 is positioned at rank 1038 and the Core i3-3229Y is on rank 437, so the Core i3-3229Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3300
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3229Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 | Core i3-3229Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-Y (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 | Core i3-3229Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ 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 T3300 and Core i3-3229Y
Celeron Dual-Core T3300
The Celeron Dual-Core T3300 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: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-3229Y
The Core i3-3229Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-Y (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,014 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T3300 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-3229Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 versus 1.4 GHz on the Core i3-3229Y — a 35.3% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T3300. The Celeron Dual-Core T3300 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-3229Y uses Ivy Bridge-Y (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 scores 1,005 against the Core i3-3229Y's 1,014 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i3-3229Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 350, a 15.4% lead for the Core i3-3229Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 520 vs 657 (23.3% advantage for the Core i3-3229Y).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 | Core i3-3229Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz+43% | 1.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Ivy Bridge-Y (2013) |
| PassMark | 1,005 | 1,014 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | 350+17% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 520 | 657+26% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3300 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-3229Y uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-800 memory speed. The Core i3-3229Y supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T3300) vs 16 (Core i3-3229Y) — the Core i3-3229Y offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45,GS45 (Celeron Dual-Core T3300) and HM77,UM77 (Core i3-3229Y).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 | Core i3-3229Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Celeron Dual-Core T3300) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i3-3229Y). The Core i3-3229Y includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T3300 targets Budget, Core i3-3229Y targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T3300 rivals Pentium T4200; Core i3-3229Y rivals Athlon Silver 3050GE.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 | Core i3-3229Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
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