Core i3-3130M vs Celeron M 575

CPU

GPU

Core i3-3130M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2013

Celeron M 575

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 2 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-3130M

2 / 4

1,906

0.0%

1,917

+0.6%

Pentium 3556U

Pentium Dual Core T4400

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 i3-3130M is positioned at rank 22 and the Celeron M 575 is on rank 827, so the Core i3-3130M 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 Core i3-3130M

#10

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

154%

#11

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

152%

#12

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

139%

#13

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

139%

#14

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

137%

#16

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

133%

#17

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

127%

#18

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

127%

#19

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

124%

#22

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#23

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

96%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

95%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

92%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

91%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

90%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

90%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

90%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

89%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 575

#814

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1316%

#815

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1297%

#816

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1191%

#817

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1185%

#818

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1174%

#820

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1134%

#821

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1087%

#822

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1086%

#823

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1057%

#827

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

100%

#828

Core i7-10710U

MSRP: $415|Avg: N/A

100%

#834

FX-9830P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#835

Celeron M P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#836

Celeron 887

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i3-3130M leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron M 575 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.6% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i3-3130M	Celeron M 575
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($12)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Celeron M 575 stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 95% cheaper ($12 vs $225) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i3-3130M	Celeron M 575
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1786%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($12)

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.

Core i3-3130M Benchmark Check

Celeron M 575 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3130M and Celeron M 575

Core i3-3130M

The Core i3-3130M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $225.

Celeron M 575

The Celeron M 575 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,917 points. Launch price was $86.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-3130M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 575 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core i3-3130M has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-3130M versus 2 GHz on the Celeron M 575 — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-3130M. The Core i3-3130M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron M 575 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3130M scores 1,906 against the Celeron M 575's 1,917 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron M 575.

Feature	Core i3-3130M	Celeron M 575
Cores / Threads	2 / 4+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2.6 GHz+30%	2 GHz
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,906	1,917

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-3130M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron M 575 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i3-3130M versus 800 on the Celeron M 575 — the Core i3-3130M supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3130M supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 4 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-3130M) vs 0 (Celeron M 575) — the Core i3-3130M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i3-3130M) and GL40,GM45 (Celeron M 575).

Feature	Core i3-3130M	Celeron M 575
Socket	PGA988	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1600+100%	800
Max RAM Capacity	32+700%	4
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i3-3130M) vs false (Celeron M 575). The Core i3-3130M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Celeron M 575 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i3-3130M rivals AMD A8-4500M; Celeron M 575 rivals Mobile Sempron SI-40.