Celeron G1620 vs Phenom II X3 710

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Celeron G1620

2 Cores2 Thrd55 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2012

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Phenom II X3 710

3 Cores3 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2009

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Celeron G1620 vs Phenom II X3 710 Performance Spectrum

Celeron G1620

2 / 2

1,586

0.0%

1,597

+0.7%

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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.

Celeron G1620 vs Phenom II X3 710 FPS Benchmarks

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Celeron G1620 vs Phenom II X3 710: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Celeron G1620

2012

Why buy it

✅Costs $73 less on MSRP ($52 MSRP vs $125 MSRP).
✅Delivers 138.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 30.5 vs 12.8 PassMark/$ ($52 MSRP vs $125 MSRP).
✅Draws 55W instead of 95W, a 40W reduction.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1), while Phenom II X3 710 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (1,586 vs 1,597).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (2 MB vs 6 MB).

Phenom II X3 710

2009

Why buy it

✅+0.7% higher PassMark.
✅+200% larger total L3 cache (6 MB vs 2 MB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 12.8 vs 30.5 PassMark/$ ($125 MSRP vs $52 MSRP).
❌72.7% higher power demand at 95W vs 55W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Celeron G1620 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Celeron G1620.

Quick Answers

So, is Celeron G1620 better than Phenom II X3 710?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, Celeron G1620 is ahead with a 0.7% average FPS lead across 29 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Phenom II X3 710 pulls ahead with 0.7% better PassMark. Phenom II X3 710 also has the bigger cache pool with 200% larger total L3 cache (6 MB vs 2 MB).

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Phenom II X3 710 is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.7% better PassMark, backed by 3 cores and 3 threads. It also has the larger cache pool with 200% larger total L3 cache (6 MB vs 2 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Celeron G1620 is the better buy right now. Celeron G1620 comes in $73 cheaper on MSRP at $52 MSRP versus $125 MSRP, and it still gives you a 0.7% average FPS lead across 29 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Phenom II X3 710 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.7% better PassMark. It is also 138.7% better value on MSRP (30.5 vs 12.8 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Celeron G1620 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2012 vs 2009). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

Celeron G1620 vs Phenom II X3 710 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Celeron G1620

The Celeron G1620 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 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: 1,586 points. Launch price was $208.

Phenom II X3 710

The Phenom II X3 710 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 9 February 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Heka (2009−2010) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,597 points. Launch price was $85.

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Processing Power

The Celeron G1620 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Phenom II X3 710 offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Phenom II X3 710 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G1620 versus 2.6 GHz on the Phenom II X3 710 — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Celeron G1620 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Celeron G1620 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Phenom II X3 710 uses Heka (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G1620 scores 1,586 against the Phenom II X3 710's 1,597 — a 0.7% lead for the Phenom II X3 710. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1620 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 710.

Feature	Celeron G1620	Phenom II X3 710
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	3 / 3+50%
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz+4%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+4%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	6 MB (total)+200%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	22 nm-51%	45 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Heka (2009−2010)
PassMark	1,586	1,597
Geekbench 6 Single	441	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	760	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G1620 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X3 710 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron G1620	Phenom II X3 710
Socket	LGA1155	AM3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	Yes	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Celeron G1620) / not specified (Phenom II X3 710). The Celeron G1620 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1)), while the Phenom II X3 710 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1620 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G1620 rivals Pentium G2030.

Feature	Celeron G1620	Phenom II X3 710
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1)	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, EPT	—
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

At launch, the Celeron G1620 was priced at $52, while the Phenom II X3 710 came in at $125. On launch pricing ($52 vs $125), Celeron G1620 was $73 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G1620 delivers 30.5 pts/$ vs 12.8 pts/$ for the Phenom II X3 710 — making the Celeron G1620 the 81.9% better value option.

Feature	Celeron G1620	Phenom II X3 710
MSRP	$52-58%	$125
Performance per Dollar	30.5+138%	12.8
Release Date	2012	2009

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