CPU
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Celeron N2820
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Ryzen 7 7800X3D
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 N2820 is positioned at rank #259 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 N2820
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N2820 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N2820 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N2820 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Celeron N2820
The Celeron N2820 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 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 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 2.39 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: 1,061 points. Launch price was $107.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Celeron N2820 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.39 GHz on the Celeron N2820 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 70.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 2.13 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Celeron N2820 uses the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N2820 scores 1,061 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 188% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 220 vs 2,700, a 169.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 400 vs 15,000 (189.6% advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N2820 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
| Feature | Celeron N2820 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.39 GHz | 5 GHz+109% |
| Base Clock | 2.13 GHz | 4.4 GHz+107% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 96 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 5 nm-77% |
| Architecture | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 1,061 | 34,293+3132% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 220 | 2,700+1127% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 400 | 15,000+3650% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N2820 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1066 on the Celeron N2820 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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: 4 (Celeron N2820) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Celeron N2820) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D).
| Feature | Celeron N2820 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1066 | DDR5-5200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 28+600% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron N2820) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Celeron N2820) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N2820 targets Netbook, Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron N2820 rivals AMD A6-6310; Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Celeron N2820 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Netbook | Gaming |
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