Celeron M 575 vs Core i3-3130M
Celeron M 575
Core i3-3130M
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 M 575 is positioned at rank 827 and the Core i3-3130M is on rank 22, so the Core i3-3130M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 575
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3130M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($12) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1786%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($12) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
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 M 575 and Core i3-3130M
Celeron M 575
The Celeron M 575 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,917 points. Launch price was $86.
Core i3-3130M
The Core i3-3130M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Celeron M 575 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core i3-3130M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i3-3130M has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Celeron M 575 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-3130M — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-3130M. The Celeron M 575 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i3-3130M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron M 575 scores 1,917 against the Core i3-3130M's 1,906 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron M 575.
| Feature | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 2 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.6 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,917 | 1,906 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron M 575 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-3130M uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Celeron M 575 versus 1600 on the Core i3-3130M — the Core i3-3130M supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3130M supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 4 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron M 575) vs 16 (Core i3-3130M) — the Core i3-3130M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45 (Celeron M 575) and HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i3-3130M).
| Feature | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 800 | 1600+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 | 32+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Celeron M 575) vs true (Core i3-3130M). The Core i3-3130M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Celeron M 575 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron M 575 rivals Mobile Sempron SI-40; Core i3-3130M rivals AMD A8-4500M.
| Feature | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | true |
Value Analysis
The Celeron M 575 launched at $86 MSRP, while the Core i3-3130M debuted at $225.
| Feature | Celeron M 575 | Core i3-3130M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-62% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $12 | — |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2013 |
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