CPU
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Celeron N2830
Celeron M 723
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 N2830 is positioned at rank 82 and the Celeron M 723 is on rank 1153, so the Celeron N2830 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2830
Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 723
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N2830 | Celeron M 723 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($161) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N2830 | Celeron M 723 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($161) |
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 N2830 and Celeron M 723
Celeron N2830
The Celeron N2830 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 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.41 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: 1,185 points. Launch price was $107.
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.
Processing Power
The Celeron N2830 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron M 723 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron N2830 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.41 GHz on the Celeron N2830 versus 1.2 GHz on the Celeron M 723 — a 67% clock advantage for the Celeron N2830. The Celeron N2830 uses the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron M 723 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N2830 scores 1,185 against the Celeron M 723's 1,180 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron N2830.
| Feature | Celeron N2830 | Celeron M 723 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.41 GHz+101% | 1.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.16 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,185 | 1,180 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 100 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 100 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N2830 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron M 723 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Celeron N2830 versus DDR2-800 on the Celeron M 723 — the Celeron N2830 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron N2830) vs 0 (Celeron M 723) — the Celeron N2830 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FCBGA1170 (Celeron N2830) and GS45 (Celeron M 723).
| Feature | Celeron N2830 | Celeron M 723 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333+66550% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 8 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron N2830) vs None (Celeron M 723). The Celeron N2830 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Celeron M 723 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron M 723 targets Legacy Embedded. Direct competitor: Celeron N2830 rivals AMD A6-6310; Celeron M 723 rivals Core Solo U2100.
| Feature | Celeron N2830 | Celeron M 723 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | None |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Embedded |
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