Celeron SU2300
VS
Celeron 925

Celeron SU2300 vs Celeron 925

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 SU2300 is positioned at rank 1223 and the Celeron 925 is on rank 1202, so the Celeron 925 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 SU2300

#1211
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
7209%
#1212
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
7103%
#1213
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
6521%
#1214
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
6491%
#1215
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
6432%
#1217
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
6211%
#1218
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
5956%
#1219
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
5946%
#1220
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
5786%
#1223
Celeron SU2300
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
100%
#1224
Core i5-560UM
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
100%
#1225
Core i7-660UM
MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A
99%
#1226
C-30
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
99%
#1228
Core i7-620UM
MSRP: $278|Avg: N/A
96%
#1230
Celeron 570
MSRP: $134|Avg: $15
93%
#1231
Core i7-820QM
MSRP: $546|Avg: N/A
82%
#1233
Core Duo T2700
MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A
69%
#1235
Pentium SU4100
MSRP: $289|Avg: $15
58%
#1236
Core Solo T1400
MSRP: $200|Avg: $5
53%
#1237
Core i7-940XM
MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A
51%
#1238
Core Solo T1350
MSRP: $200|Avg: $70
50%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 925

#1190
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
5589%
#1191
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
5507%
#1192
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
5055%
#1193
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
5032%
#1194
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
4986%
#1196
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
4815%
#1197
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
4617%
#1198
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
4610%
#1199
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
4486%
#1202
Celeron 925
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
100%
#1203
Core 2 Duo E8135
MSRP: $200|Avg: $15
97%
#1204
Core 2 Duo U7700
MSRP: $262|Avg: $10
97%
#1205
Core Duo T2400
MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A
96%
#1206
Core 2 Duo U7600
MSRP: $250|Avg: $5
96%
#1207
Pentium M 735
MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A
94%
#1208
Core i7-620LM
MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A
93%
#1209
Core i7-740QM
MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A
93%
#1211
Core 2 Solo SU3300
MSRP: $262|Avg: $50
91%
#1212
Celeron 540
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
90%
#1213
Celeron U3600
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
89%
#1216
Core 2 Quad Q9000
MSRP: $348|Avg: $15
87%
#1217
Core i5-2537M
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
87%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Celeron SU2300 shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.
InsightCeleron SU2300Celeron 925
Gaming
Balanced gaming performance
Balanced gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($134)
More affordable ($100)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Celeron 925 holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $100 (vs $134), it costs 25% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 29% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Celeron SU2300.
InsightCeleron SU2300Celeron 925
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+29%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($134)
More affordable ($100)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron SU2300 and Celeron 925

Intel

Celeron SU2300

The Celeron SU2300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 545 points. Launch price was $69.

Intel

Celeron 925

The Celeron 925 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 525 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

In PassMark, the Celeron SU2300 scores 545 against the Celeron 925's 525 — a 3.7% lead for the Celeron SU2300. L3 cache: 1 MB on the Celeron SU2300 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Celeron 925.

FeatureCeleron SU2300Celeron 925
Base Clock
1.2 GHz
2.3 GHz+92%
L3 Cache
1 MB
1 MB L2 Cache
Process
45 nm
45 nm
PassMark
545+4%
525
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Celeron SU2300) / No (Celeron 925). Primary use case: Celeron 925 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 925 rivals Pentium 4 2.80.

FeatureCeleron SU2300Celeron 925
Integrated GPU
No
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
No
Target Use
Budget
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Value Analysis

The Celeron SU2300 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Celeron 925 debuted at $100. At current prices ($134 vs $100), the Celeron 925 is $34 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron SU2300 delivers 4.1 pts/$ vs 5.3 pts/$ for the Celeron 925 — making the Celeron 925 the 25.4% better value option.

FeatureCeleron SU2300Celeron 925
MSRP
$134
$100-25%
Avg Price (30d)
$134
$100-25%
Performance per Dollar
4.1
5.3+29%
Release Date
2009
2011