Core i3-2340UE vs Celeron G1610
Core i3-2340UE
Celeron G1610
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 i3-2340UE is positioned at rank 1137 and the Celeron G1610 is on rank 531, so the Celeron G1610 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2340UE
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1610
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3913%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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.
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2340UE and Celeron G1610
Core i3-2340UE
The Core i3-2340UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,545 points. Launch price was $250.
Celeron G1610
The Celeron G1610 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 December 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,550 points. Launch price was $388.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2340UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G1610's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2340UE versus 2.6 GHz on the Celeron G1610 — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Celeron G1610. The Core i3-2340UE uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G1610 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2340UE scores 1,545 against the Celeron G1610's 1,550 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G1610. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 230 vs 456, a 65.9% lead for the Celeron G1610 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2340UE vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1610.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.6 GHz+100% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,545 | 1,550 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 230 | 456+98% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 778 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2340UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1610 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Celeron G1610 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: HM65,QM67 (Core i3-2340UE) and H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Celeron G1610).
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2340UE) vs VT-x (Celeron G1610). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2340UE) and HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron G1610) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2340UE targets Embedded, Celeron G1610 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-2340UE rivals Embedded G-Series; Celeron G1610 rivals Pentium G2020.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Embedded | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-2340UE launched at $200 MSRP, while the Celeron G1610 debuted at $42. At current prices ($200 vs $5), the Celeron G1610 is $195 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-2340UE delivers 7.7 pts/$ vs 310.0 pts/$ for the Celeron G1610 — making the Celeron G1610 the 190.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | Celeron G1610 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $42-79% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $5-98% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.7 | 310.0+3926% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2012 |
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