CPU
GPU
Celeron Dual-Core T3500
Pentium SU2700
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 Pentium SU2700 is on rank 1022, 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 Pentium SU2700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 Pentium SU2700
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.
Pentium SU2700
The Pentium SU2700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,268 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium SU2700 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 versus 1.3 GHz on the Pentium SU2700 — a 47.1% clock advantage for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500. Both are built on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture using a 45 nm process. In PassMark, the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 scores 1,275 against the Pentium SU2700's 1,268 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T3500.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz+62% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,275 | 1,268 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium SU2700 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: false (Celeron Dual-Core T3500) / not specified (Pentium SU2700). Primary use case: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron Dual-Core T3500 rivals Pentium T4400.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | false | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron Dual-Core T3500 launched at $80 MSRP, while the Pentium SU2700 debuted at $100. At current prices ($15 vs $10), the Pentium SU2700 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron Dual-Core T3500 delivers 85.0 pts/$ vs 126.8 pts/$ for the Pentium SU2700 — making the Pentium SU2700 the 39.5% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron Dual-Core T3500 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80-20% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.0 | 126.8+49% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2009 |
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