Core i7-620LM
VS
Celeron N2810

Core i7-620LM vs Celeron N2810

Intel

Core i7-620LM

2 Cores4 Thrd25 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2010
VS
Intel

Celeron N2810

2 Cores2 Thrd7 WWMax: 2 GHz2013

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 i7-620LM is positioned at rank 1208 and the Celeron N2810 is on rank 605, so the Celeron N2810 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 i7-620LM

#1196
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
6012%
#1197
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
5924%
#1198
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
5439%
#1199
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
5414%
#1200
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
5364%
#1202
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
5180%
#1203
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
4967%
#1204
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
4959%
#1205
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
4826%
#1208
Core i7-620LM
MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A
100%
#1209
Core i7-740QM
MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A
100%
#1211
Core 2 Solo SU3300
MSRP: $262|Avg: $50
98%
#1212
Celeron 540
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
97%
#1213
Celeron U3600
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
95%
#1216
Core 2 Quad Q9000
MSRP: $348|Avg: $15
94%
#1217
Core i5-2537M
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
94%
#1218
Core i7-720QM
MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A
93%
#1219
Pentium U5400
MSRP: $289|Avg: $214
91%
#1220
Pentium T2330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $7
91%
#1221
Z-01
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
88%
#1222
Pentium T2310
MSRP: $150|Avg: $14
85%
#1223
Celeron SU2300
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2810

#185
Ryzen 7 5825C
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
99%
#593
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
796%
#594
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
785%
#595
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
720%
#596
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
717%
#597
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
710%
#599
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
686%
#600
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
658%
#601
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
657%
#602
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
639%
#605
Celeron N2810
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#608
Ryzen AI 5 330
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-620LM leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron N2810 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.7% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore i7-620LMCeleron N2810
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($300)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCore i7-620LMCeleron N2810
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($300)
More affordable ($0)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-620LM and Celeron N2810

Intel

Core i7-620LM

The Core i7-620LM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,463 points. Launch price was $300.

Intel

Celeron N2810

The Celeron N2810 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,474 points. Launch price was $260.

Processing Power

The Core i7-620LM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron N2810's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-620LM versus 2 GHz on the Celeron N2810 — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-620LM (base: 2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i7-620LM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron N2810 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-620LM scores 1,463 against the Celeron N2810's 1,474 — a 0.7% lead for the Celeron N2810. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-620LM vs 0 kB on the Celeron N2810.

FeatureCore i7-620LMCeleron N2810
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 2
Boost Clock
2.8 GHz+40%
2 GHz
Base Clock
2 GHz
2 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)
0 kB
L2 Cache
256 kB (per core)
512K (per core)+100%
Process
32 nm
22 nm-31%
Architecture
Arrandale (2010−2011)
Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
PassMark
1,463
1,474
Geekbench 6 Single
450
Geekbench 6 Multi
900
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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-620LM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N2810 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core i7-620LM versus 1066 on the Celeron N2810 — the Celeron N2810 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-620LM) vs 4 (Celeron N2810) — the Core i7-620LM offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: QM57,HM55 (Core i7-620LM) and FCBGA1170 (Celeron N2810).

FeatureCore i7-620LMCeleron N2810
Socket
BGA1288
FCBGA1170
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1066
1066+35433%
Max RAM Capacity
8 GB+104857500%
8
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16+300%
4
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-620LM) vs true (Celeron N2810). Both include integrated graphics Intel HD Graphics (Core i7-620LM) and Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Celeron N2810) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-620LM targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-620LM rivals Ryzen 5 3500U; Celeron N2810 rivals AMD A4-1250.

FeatureCore i7-620LMCeleron N2810
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
true
Target Use
Budget