Celeron N2807 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Celeron N2807
Ryzen 7 3700X
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. The Celeron N2807 is positioned at rank #51 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2807
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+359%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 N2807 and Ryzen 7 3700X
Celeron N2807
The Celeron N2807 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.58 GHz, with boost up to 2.16 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.3 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,093 points. Launch price was $107.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Celeron N2807 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.16 GHz on the Celeron N2807 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 68.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 1.58 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Celeron N2807 uses the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N2807 scores 2,093 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 165.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N2807 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.16 GHz | 4.4 GHz+104% |
| Base Clock | 1.58 GHz | 3.6 GHz+128% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 2,093 | 22,430+972% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 180 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 320 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N2807 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1333 on the Celeron N2807 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Ryzen 7 3700X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Celeron N2807) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 3700X). PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron N2807) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Celeron N2807) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1333 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 24+500% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron N2807) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The Celeron N2807 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N2807 targets Netbook. Direct competitor: Celeron N2807 rivals AMD E1-6010.
| Feature | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Netbook | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron N2807 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($60 vs $140), the Celeron N2807 is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron N2807 delivers 34.9 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 128.5% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron N2807 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-67% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-57% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.9 | 160.2+359% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2019 |
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