Celeron N3150 vs Celeron M 723

CPU

GPU

Celeron N3150

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 2.08 GHz2015

Celeron M 723

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.2 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron N3150

4 / 4

1,177

0.0%

1,180

+0.3%

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 N3150 is positioned at rank 208 and the Celeron M 723 is on rank 1153, so the Celeron N3150 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 N3150

#196

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

374%

#197

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

368%

#198

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

338%

#199

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

337%

#200

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

334%

#202

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

322%

#203

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

309%

#204

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

308%

#205

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

300%

#208

Celeron N3150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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 Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N3150 (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron N3150	Celeron M 723
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($161)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Braswell (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 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 N3150	Celeron M 723
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($161)

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 N3150 Benchmark Check

Celeron M 723 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

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Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Valorant

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N3150 and Celeron M 723

Celeron N3150

The Celeron N3150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.08 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,177 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.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N3150 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 723 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron N3150 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.08 GHz on the Celeron N3150 versus 1.2 GHz on the Celeron M 723 — a 53.7% clock advantage for the Celeron N3150. The Celeron N3150 uses the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron M 723 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3150 scores 1,177 against the Celeron M 723's 1,180 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron M 723.

Feature	Celeron N3150	Celeron M 723
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+300%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2.08 GHz+73%	1.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	—
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Braswell (2015−2016)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	1,177	1,180
Geekbench 6 Single	—	100
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	100

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N3150 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron M 723 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Celeron N3150 versus DDR2-800 on the Celeron M 723 — the Celeron N3150 supports 199.5% 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 N3150) vs 0 (Celeron M 723) — the Celeron N3150 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FCBGA1170 (Celeron N3150) and GS45 (Celeron M 723).

Feature	Celeron N3150	Celeron M 723
Socket	FCBGA1170	BGA956
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1600+79900%	DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity	8	8 GB+104857500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	4	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron N3150) vs None (Celeron M 723). The Celeron N3150 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Braswell)), while the Celeron M 723 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron M 723 targets Legacy Embedded. Direct competitor: Celeron N3150 rivals AMD E2-7110; Celeron M 723 rivals Core Solo U2100.