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Celeron G1610
Core i3-2340UE
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 G1610 is positioned at rank 531 and the Core i3-2340UE is on rank 1137, so the Celeron G1610 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1610
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2340UE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3913%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 G1610 and Core i3-2340UE
Celeron G1610
The Celeron G1610 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 December 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,550 points. Launch price was $388.
Core i3-2340UE
The Core i3-2340UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 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: 1,545 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Celeron G1610 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-2340UE's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Celeron G1610 versus 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2340UE — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Celeron G1610. The Celeron G1610 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-2340UE uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G1610 scores 1,550 against the Core i3-2340UE's 1,545 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G1610. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 456 vs 230, a 65.9% lead for the Celeron G1610 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1610 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2340UE.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+100% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,550 | 1,545 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 456+98% | 230 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 778 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G1610 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2340UE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Celeron G1610 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Celeron G1610) and HM65,QM67 (Core i3-2340UE).
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G1610) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2340UE). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron G1610) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2340UE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1610 targets Budget, Core i3-2340UE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Celeron G1610 rivals Pentium G2020; Core i3-2340UE rivals Embedded G-Series.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G1610 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i3-2340UE debuted at $200. At current prices ($5 vs $200), the Celeron G1610 is $195 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G1610 delivers 310.0 pts/$ vs 7.7 pts/$ for the Core i3-2340UE — making the Celeron G1610 the 190.3% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-79% | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-98% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 310.0+3926% | 7.7 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2011 |
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