Celeron N2810
VS
Pentium M 735

Celeron N2810 vs Pentium M 735

Intel

Celeron N2810

2 Cores2 Thrd7 WWMax: 2 GHz2013
VS
Intel

Pentium M 735

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2004

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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.

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 N2810 is positioned at rank 605 and the Pentium M 735 is on rank 1207, so the Celeron N2810 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 N2810

#185
Ryzen 7 5825C
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
99%
#593
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
796%
#594
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
785%
#595
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
720%
#596
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
717%
#597
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
710%
#599
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
686%
#600
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
658%
#601
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
657%
#602
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
639%
#605
Celeron N2810
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#608
Ryzen AI 5 330
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 735

#1195
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
5915%
#1196
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
5829%
#1197
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
5351%
#1198
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
5327%
#1199
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
5278%
#1201
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
5097%
#1202
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
4887%
#1203
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
4879%
#1204
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
4748%
#1207
Pentium M 735
MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A
100%
#1208
Core i7-620LM
MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A
98%
#1209
Core i7-740QM
MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A
98%
#1211
Core 2 Solo SU3300
MSRP: $262|Avg: $50
96%
#1212
Celeron 540
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
96%
#1213
Celeron U3600
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
94%
#1216
Core 2 Quad Q9000
MSRP: $348|Avg: $15
93%
#1217
Core i5-2537M
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
92%
#1218
Core i7-720QM
MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A
92%
#1219
Pentium U5400
MSRP: $289|Avg: $214
90%
#1220
Pentium T2330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $7
89%
#1221
Z-01
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
87%
#1222
Pentium T2310
MSRP: $150|Avg: $14
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N2810 (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N2810Pentium M 735
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($294)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 735 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N2810Pentium M 735
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($294)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N2810 and Pentium M 735

Intel

Celeron N2810

The Celeron N2810 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,474 points. Launch price was $260.

Intel

Pentium M 735

The Pentium M 735 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,459 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Celeron N2810 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium M 735 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron N2810 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Celeron N2810 versus 1.7 GHz on the Pentium M 735 — a 16.2% clock advantage for the Celeron N2810 (base: 2 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Celeron N2810 uses the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Pentium M 735 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N2810 scores 1,474 against the Pentium M 735's 1,459 — a 1% lead for the Celeron N2810. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureCeleron N2810Pentium M 735
Cores / Threads
2 / 2+100%
1 / 1
Boost Clock
2 GHz+18%
1.7 GHz
Base Clock
2 GHz+18%
1.7 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
2 MB+300%
Process
22 nm-76%
90 nm
Architecture
Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark
1,474+1%
1,459
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N2810 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium M 735 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Celeron N2810 versus DDR-333 on the Pentium M 735 — the Celeron N2810 supports 381.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron N2810 supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 2 GB 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Celeron N2810) vs 1 (Pentium M 735). PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron N2810) vs 0 (Pentium M 735) — the Celeron N2810 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCeleron N2810Pentium M 735
Socket
FCBGA1170
PGA478
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0+82%
PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed
1066
DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity
8
2 GB+26214300%
RAM Channels
2+100%
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
4
0
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron N2810) vs None (Pentium M 735). The Celeron N2810 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Pentium M 735 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium M 735 targets Mobile Legacy. Direct competitor: Celeron N2810 rivals AMD A4-1250.

FeatureCeleron N2810Pentium M 735
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
true
None
Target Use
Mobile Legacy