CPU
GPU
Core i3-2310M
Celeron G470
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 Core i3-2310M is positioned at rank 1032 and the Celeron G470 is on rank 542, so the Celeron G470 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2310M
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G470
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2310M | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2310M | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 Core i3-2310M and Celeron G470
Core i3-2310M
The Core i3-2310M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,222 points. Launch price was $225.
Celeron G470
The Celeron G470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,225 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2310M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G470 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Core i3-2310M has 1 more core. The Core i3-2310M is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-2310M scores 1,222 against the Celeron G470's 1,225 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron G470. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 300, a 15.4% lead for the Core i3-2310M that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2310M vs 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G470.
| Feature | Core i3-2310M | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4+100% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz+5% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+100% | 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 1,222 | 1,225 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350+17% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 658 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2310M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G470 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Celeron G470 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Sandy Bridge (Core i3-2310M) and H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G470).
| Feature | Core i3-2310M | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2310M) and HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron G470) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2310M targets Budget, Celeron G470 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-2310M rivals Athlon Silver 3050U; Celeron G470 rivals Pentium G630.
| Feature | Core i3-2310M | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
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