Core i5-2430M vs Celeron M 560

CPU

GPU

Core i5-2430M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3 GHz2011

Celeron M 560

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.13 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-2430M

2 / 4

2,015

+0.3%

2,008

0.0%

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 i5-2430M is positioned at rank 1106 and the Celeron M 560 is on rank 819, so the Celeron M 560 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 i5-2430M

#1094

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3275%

#1095

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3227%

#1096

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2962%

#1097

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2949%

#1098

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2922%

#1100

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2821%

#1101

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2705%

#1102

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2701%

#1103

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2628%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#1109

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#1110

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

98%

#1111

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#1112

Pentium B970

MSRP: $125|Avg: $39

98%

#1113

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1114

Pentium T2370

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

#1115

Pentium N3710

MSRP: $161|Avg: $50

96%

#1116

Core m3-7Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1117

Pentium 977

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

96%

#1118

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

95%

#1120

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#1121

Core i5-560M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 560

#807

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1257%

#808

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1238%

#809

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1137%

#810

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1131%

#811

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1121%

#813

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1083%

#814

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1038%

#815

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1036%

#816

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1009%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

#824

Celeron Dual-Core T3000

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#825

Pentium P6100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16.39

96%

#828

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

95%

#829

Core i7-10710U

MSRP: $415|Avg: N/A

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i5-2430M delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Celeron M 560 in both compute-intensive tasks (0.3% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i5-2430M	Celeron M 560
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($10)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Celeron M 560 holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $10 (vs $225), it costs 96% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 2142% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i5-2430M.

Insight	Core i5-2430M	Celeron M 560
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2142%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($10)

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 i5-2430M Benchmark Check

Celeron M 560 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-2430M and Celeron M 560

Core i5-2430M

The Core i5-2430M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: 2,015 points. Launch price was $225.

Celeron M 560

The Celeron M 560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.13 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,008 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-2430M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 560 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core i5-2430M has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i5-2430M versus 2.13 GHz on the Celeron M 560 — a 33.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-2430M. The Core i5-2430M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron M 560 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-2430M scores 2,015 against the Celeron M 560's 2,008 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-2430M.

Feature	Core i5-2430M	Celeron M 560
Cores / Threads	2 / 4+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	3 GHz+41%	2.13 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	32 nm-51%	65 nm
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	2,015	2,008

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-2430M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron M 560 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core i5-2430M versus 667 on the Celeron M 560 — the Core i5-2430M supports 66.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-2430M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 4 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-2430M) vs 0 (Celeron M 560) — the Core i5-2430M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i5-2430M) and GL960,GM965 (Celeron M 560).

Feature	Core i5-2430M	Celeron M 560
Socket	PGA988	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1333+100%	667
Max RAM Capacity	16+300%	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 i5-2430M) vs false (Celeron M 560). The Core i5-2430M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Celeron M 560 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-2430M rivals AMD A8-3500M; Celeron M 560 rivals Mobile Sempron 3600+.