CPU
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Pentium Dual Core T4500
Celeron G1610T
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 Pentium Dual Core T4500 is positioned at rank 1108 and the Celeron G1610T is on rank 575, so the Celeron G1610T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4500
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1610T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+40%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
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 Pentium Dual Core T4500 and Celeron G1610T
Pentium Dual Core T4500
The Pentium Dual Core T4500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,336 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron G1610T
The Celeron G1610T 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 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 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: 1,333 points. Launch price was $89.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium Dual Core T4500 and Celeron G1610T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T4500 versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron G1610T — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Pentium Dual Core T4500 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G1610T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T4500 scores 1,336 against the Celeron G1610T's 1,333 — a 0.2% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T4500. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium Dual Core T4500 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1610T.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,336 | 1,333 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 393 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 674 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium Dual Core T4500 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G1610T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-800 memory speed. The Celeron G1610T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium Dual Core T4500) vs 16 (Celeron G1610T) — the Celeron G1610T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T4500) vs VT-x (Celeron G1610T). The Celeron G1610T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Pentium Dual Core T4500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T4500 targets Mobile, Celeron G1610T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G1610T rivals Pentium G2020T.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Mobile | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual Core T4500 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Celeron G1610T debuted at $42. At current prices ($30 vs $42), the Pentium Dual Core T4500 is $12 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T4500 delivers 44.5 pts/$ vs 31.7 pts/$ for the Celeron G1610T — making the Pentium Dual Core T4500 the 33.6% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T4500 | Celeron G1610T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $42-72% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-29% | $42 |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.5+40% | 31.7 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2012 |
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