CPU
GPU
Celeron E3400
Pentium Dual Core T4300
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 E3400 is positioned at rank 727 and the Pentium Dual Core T4300 is on rank 1127, so the Celeron E3400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron E3400
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+554%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
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 E3400 and Pentium Dual Core T4300
Celeron E3400
The Celeron E3400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,220 points. Launch price was $76.
Pentium Dual Core T4300
The Pentium Dual Core T4300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron E3400 and Pentium Dual Core T4300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Celeron E3400 versus 2.1 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 — a 21.3% clock advantage for the Celeron E3400 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Celeron E3400 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses NetBurst (2000−2006) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron E3400 scores 1,220 against the Pentium Dual Core T4300's 1,232 — a 1% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T4300. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+24% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+24% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total) | 1 MB |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | NetBurst (2000−2006) |
| PassMark | 1,220 | 1,232 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 347 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 624 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron E3400 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Celeron E3400 versus DDR3-800 on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 — the Celeron E3400 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+35433% | DDR3-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 8 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron E3400) vs No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T4300). Primary use case: Celeron E3400 targets Budget, Pentium Dual Core T4300 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron E3400 rivals Pentium E5200.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | No VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Celeron E3400 launched at $53 MSRP, while the Pentium Dual Core T4300 debuted at $150. At current prices ($15 vs $99), the Celeron E3400 is $84 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron E3400 delivers 81.3 pts/$ vs 12.4 pts/$ for the Pentium Dual Core T4300 — making the Celeron E3400 the 146.9% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Pentium Dual Core T4300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53-65% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-85% | $99 |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3+556% | 12.4 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2009 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Celeron E3400 and Pentium Dual Core T4300
