Celeron Dual-Core T3500 vs Core i3-4012Y
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Core i3-4012Y
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 Core i3-4012Y is on rank 526, so the Core i3-4012Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4012Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Core i3-4012Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Core i3-4012Y |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron Dual-Core T3500 and Core i3-4012Y
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.
Core i3-4012Y
The Core i3-4012Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,278 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-4012Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 versus 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-4012Y — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500. The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4012Y uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 scores 1,275 against the Core i3-4012Y's 1,278 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-4012Y.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Core i3-4012Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz+40% | 1.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,275 | 1,278 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 485 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 988 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-4012Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 versus DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4012Y — the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-4012Y 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 12 (Core i3-4012Y) — the Core i3-4012Y offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45,GM47 (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) and HM86,HM87,QM87 (Core i3-4012Y).
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Core i3-4012Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 800+26567% | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 16 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) vs VT-x / EPT (Core i3-4012Y). The Core i3-4012Y includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4200), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 targets Budget, Core i3-4012Y targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 rivals Pentium T4400.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Core i3-4012Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 4200 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x / EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Low Power |
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