CPU
GPU
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Celeron 847
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 T3500 is positioned at rank 959 and the Celeron 847 is on rank 1093, so the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 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 T3500
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 847
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+0%) | ❌ 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 T3500 and Celeron 847
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,275 points. Launch price was $80.
Celeron 847
The Celeron 847 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 1.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,270 points. Launch price was $134.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 and Celeron 847 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 versus 1.1 GHz on the Celeron 847 — a 62.5% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500. The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron 847 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 scores 1,275 against the Celeron 847's 1,270 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz+91% | 1.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,275 | 1,270 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 196 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 354 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron 847 uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron 847 — the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 847 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) vs 16 (Celeron 847) — the Celeron 847 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45,GM47 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) and HM65,HM67 (Celeron 847).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | 800+26567% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 16 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) vs VT-x (Celeron 847). The Celeron 847 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 targets Budget, Celeron 847 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 rivals Pentium T4400; Celeron 847 rivals Pentium 967.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 launched at $80 MSRP, while the Celeron 847 debuted at $134. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the Celeron 847 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 delivers 85.0 pts/$ vs 84.7 pts/$ for the Celeron 847 — making the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 the 0.4% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Celeron 847 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80-40% | $134 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.0 | 84.7 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2011 |
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