Celeron M 723 vs Ryzen 5 5600

CPU

GPU

Celeron M 723

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.2 GHz2008

Ryzen 5 5600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron M 723

1 / 1

1,180

0.0%

21,550

+1726.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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. The Celeron M 723 is positioned at rank #1153 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 M 723

#1141

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4003%

#1142

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3944%

#1143

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3621%

#1144

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3604%

#1145

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3571%

#1147

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3449%

#1148

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3307%

#1149

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3302%

#1150

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3213%

#1153

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

100%

#1154

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

98%

#1155

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

98%

#1157

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

97%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

96%

#1161

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

96%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

94%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

93%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

92%

#1167

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

92%

#1168

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

135%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

123%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

121%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

118%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

116%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

116%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

115%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

112%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

110%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

109%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

108%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

107%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

103%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

101%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

100%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

100%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

98%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

97%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

97%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

97%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

95%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

95%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

94%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

93%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

93%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

93%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

90%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

88%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

87%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

87%

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 Ryzen 5 5600 (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron M 723	Ryzen 5 5600
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($161)	✅ More affordable ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron M 723 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron M 723	Ryzen 5 5600
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2457%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($161)	✅ More affordable ($115)

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 M 723 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron M 723 and Ryzen 5 5600

Celeron M 723

The Celeron M 723 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,180 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Celeron M 723 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 5 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.2 GHz on the Celeron M 723 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 114.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600. The Celeron M 723 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron M 723 scores 1,180 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 179.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 100 vs 2,052, a 181.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 100 vs 8,600 (195.4% advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600).

Feature	Celeron M 723	Ryzen 5 5600
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	6 / 12+500%
Boost Clock	1.2 GHz	4.4 GHz+267%
Base Clock	—	3.5 GHz
L3 Cache	—	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512K (per core)
Process	45 nm	7 nm-84%
Architecture	Penryn (2008−2011)	Vermeer (2020−2025)
PassMark	1,180	21,550+1726%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	11,077
Geekbench 6 Single	100	2,052+1952%
Geekbench 6 Multi	100	8,600+8500%

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron M 723 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Celeron M 723 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron M 723) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GS45 (Celeron M 723) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).

Feature	Celeron M 723	Ryzen 5 5600
Socket	BGA956	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 4.0+264%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-800	DDR4-3200+100%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	128 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: None (Celeron M 723) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). Primary use case: Celeron M 723 targets Legacy Embedded, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron M 723 rivals Core Solo U2100.

Feature	Celeron M 723	Ryzen 5 5600
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	None	AMD-V
Target Use	Legacy Embedded	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Celeron M 723 launched at $161 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($161 vs $115), the Ryzen 5 5600 is $46 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron M 723 delivers 7.3 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 184.9% better value option.