
Celeron P4600 vs Celeron P4505

Celeron P4600

Celeron P4505
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 P4600 is positioned at rank 1050 and the Celeron P4505 is on rank 1059, so the Celeron P4600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron P4600
Performance Per Dollar Celeron P4505
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+503%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($86) |
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 P4600 and Celeron P4505

Celeron P4600
The Celeron P4600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 0.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 965 points. Launch price was $69.

Celeron P4505
The Celeron P4505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 0.07 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 918 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron P4600 and Celeron P4505 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.1 GHz on the Celeron P4600 versus 0.07 GHz on the Celeron P4505 — a 35.3% clock advantage for the Celeron P4600 (base: 2 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). Both are built on the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture using a 32 nm process. In PassMark, the Celeron P4600 scores 965 against the Celeron P4505's 918 — a 5% lead for the Celeron P4600. Both processors carry 2 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.1 GHz+43% | 0.07 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz+8% | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Westmere (2010−2011) | Westmere (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 965+5% | 918 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron P4600 uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron P4505 uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 1066 memory speed. Both support up to 8 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Celeron P4600) and HM55,HM57,QM57 (Celeron P4505).
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | BGA1288 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066 | 1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) (Celeron P4600) and Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) (Celeron P4505) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron P4600 rivals Pentium P6000; Celeron P4505 rivals Pentium P6000.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Celeron P4600 launched at $86 MSRP, while the Celeron P4505 debuted at $86. At current prices ($15 vs $86), the Celeron P4600 is $71 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron P4600 delivers 64.3 pts/$ vs 10.7 pts/$ for the Celeron P4505 — making the Celeron P4600 the 143.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Celeron P4505 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86 | $86 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-83% | $86 |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.3+501% | 10.7 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2010 |
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