Celeron P4600 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Celeron P4600
Ryzen 7 3700X
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 P4600 is positioned at rank #1050 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 P4600
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+149%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 Ryzen 7 3700X
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.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Celeron P4600 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.1 GHz on the Celeron P4600 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 191.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Celeron P4600 uses the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron P4600 scores 965 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 183.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron P4600 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 0.1 GHz | 4.4 GHz+4300% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+80% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 32 MB+1500% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Westmere (2010−2011) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 965 | 22,430+2224% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron P4600 uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Celeron P4600 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Celeron P4600 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron P4600) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Celeron P4600) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+26550% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 128 GB+1677721500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Celeron P4600) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The Celeron P4600 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Westmere)), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron P4600 rivals Pentium P6000.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron P4600 launched at $86 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($15 vs $140), the Celeron P4600 is $125 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron P4600 delivers 64.3 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 85.4% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron P4600 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-74% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-89% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.3 | 160.2+149% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2019 |
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