Core i3-530 vs Celeron G1620T
Core i3-530
Celeron G1620T
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 i3-530 is positioned at rank 933 and the Celeron G1620T is on rank 533, so the Celeron G1620T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-530
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1620T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Clarkdale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Core i3-530 and Celeron G1620T
Core i3-530
The Core i3-530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 0.93 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,516 points. Launch price was $60.
Celeron G1620T
The Celeron G1620T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,532 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Core i3-530 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G1620T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 0.93 GHz on the Core i3-530 versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G1620T — a 88.3% clock advantage for the Celeron G1620T (base: 2.93 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i3-530 uses the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G1620T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-530 scores 1,516 against the Celeron G1620T's 1,532 — a 1% lead for the Celeron G1620T. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-530 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1620T.
| Feature | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.93 GHz | 2.4 GHz+158% |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz+22% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+100% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Clarkdale (2010−2011) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,516 | 1,532+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 374 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 701 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-530 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1620T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i3-530) / VT-x (Celeron G1620T). The Celeron G1620T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Core i3-530 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1620T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G1620T rivals Pentium G2020T.
| Feature | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-530 launched at $113 MSRP, while the Celeron G1620T debuted at $42. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the Celeron G1620T is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-530 delivers 101.1 pts/$ vs 102.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G1620T — making the Celeron G1620T the 1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-530 | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $113 | $42-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.1 | 102.1 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2013 |
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