Celeron J3455 vs Core 2 Duo T6500

Celeron J3455

4 Cores4 Thrd10 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2016

Core 2 Duo T6500

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron J3455

4 / 4

2,247

0.0%

2,249

+0.1%

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 J3455 is positioned at rank 994 and the Core 2 Duo T6500 is on rank 178, so the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron J3455

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30530%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

28848%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

20946%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6310%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4998%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4373%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2504%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2472%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2251%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2250%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2225%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2165%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2135%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2126%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2107%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

100%

#994

Celeron J3455

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

99%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

98%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

96%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

95%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

93%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

92%

#1004

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

91%

#1005

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

91%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

91%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

90%

#1009

Core 2 Duo E6540

MSRP: $163|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6500

#49

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

99%

#166

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

352%

#167

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

347%

#168

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

319%

#169

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

317%

#170

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

314%

#172

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

303%

#173

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

291%

#174

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

291%

#175

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

283%

#178

Core 2 Duo T6500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#193

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron J3455 (2016) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron J3455	Core 2 Duo T6500
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T6500 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron J3455	Core 2 Duo T6500
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Celeron J3455 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T6500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron J3455 and Core 2 Duo T6500

Celeron J3455

The Celeron J3455 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,247 points. Launch price was $107.

Core 2 Duo T6500

The Core 2 Duo T6500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,249 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Celeron J3455 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron J3455 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6500 — a 9.1% clock advantage for the Celeron J3455 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Celeron J3455 uses the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron J3455 scores 2,247 against the Core 2 Duo T6500's 2,249 — a 0.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T6500. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron J3455 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T6500.

Feature	Celeron J3455	Core 2 Duo T6500
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz+10%	2.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.5 GHz	2.1 GHz+40%
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Apollo Lake (2014−2016)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,247	2,249
Geekbench 6 Single	450	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	850	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron J3455 uses the FCBGA1296 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Celeron J3455 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T6500 — the Celeron J3455 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 6 (Celeron J3455) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo T6500) — the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: N/A (SoC) (Celeron J3455) and PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6500).

Feature	Celeron J3455	Core 2 Duo T6500
Socket	FCBGA1296	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400+100%	DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	6	16+167%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron J3455) vs false (Core 2 Duo T6500). The Celeron J3455 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 500), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron J3455 targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J3455 rivals Pentium J4205.