Pentium G3258 vs Celeron 6305

Pentium G3258

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2014

Celeron 6305

2 Cores2 Thrd2.5 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium G3258

2 / 2

2,063

0.0%

Pentium E6800

Core Duo T2300

Pentium Dual Core T2370

2,077

+0.7%

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 G3258 is positioned at rank 632 and the Celeron 6305 is on rank 897, so the Pentium G3258 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 Pentium G3258

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

11331%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

10707%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7774%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2342%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1855%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1623%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

929%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

917%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

835%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

835%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

826%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

804%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

792%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

789%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

782%

#284

Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $300

100%

#387

Ryzen Embedded V1807B

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#632

Pentium G3258

MSRP: $75|Avg: $72

100%

#633

Celeron G555

MSRP: $52|Avg: $15

100%

#634

Celeron G530

MSRP: $42|Avg: $10

99%

#635

Core i3-7350K

MSRP: $179|Avg: $45

99%

#636

FX-4130

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

99%

#637

Athlon II X2 280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#638

FX-8300

MSRP: $197|Avg: $50

98%

#639

Celeron G540T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

98%

#640

Core i5-6600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $90

98%

#641

Core i5-4460

MSRP: $182|Avg: $40

98%

#644

Core i3-4170T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $17

97%

#645

FX-8370E

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

97%

#646

Core i5-4590S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $45

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 6305

#885

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1512%

#886

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1489%

#887

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1367%

#888

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1361%

#889

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1349%

#891

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1302%

#892

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1249%

#893

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1247%

#894

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1213%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

100%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

97%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

96%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 6305 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium G3258	Celeron 6305
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($72)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium G3258 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium G3258	Celeron 6305
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+10%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($72)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

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.

Pentium G3258 Benchmark Check

Celeron 6305 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3258 and Celeron 6305

Pentium G3258

The Pentium G3258 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,063 points. Launch price was $77.

Celeron 6305

The Celeron 6305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 2.5 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,077 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Pentium G3258 and Celeron 6305 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Pentium G3258 versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 — a 56% clock advantage for the Pentium G3258. The Pentium G3258 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron 6305 uses Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Pentium G3258 scores 2,063 against the Celeron 6305's 2,077 — a 0.7% lead for the Celeron 6305. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G3258 vs 4 MB on the Celeron 6305.

Feature	Pentium G3258	Celeron 6305
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+78%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	3.2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2.5 MB+900%
Process	22 nm	10 nm SuperFin-55%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)
PassMark	2,063	2,077
Geekbench 6 Single	—	744
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,236

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G3258 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron 6305 uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Pentium G3258 versus DDR4-3200 on the Celeron 6305 — the Celeron 6305 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 6305 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Pentium G3258) vs 4 (Celeron 6305) — the Pentium G3258 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Pentium G3258	Celeron 6305
Socket	LGA1150	FCBGA1449
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	64 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+300%	4

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Advanced Features

Only the Pentium G3258 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Pentium G3258) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 6305). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics (Pentium G3258) and UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (Celeron 6305) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G3258 targets Desktop, Celeron 6305 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505.

Feature	Pentium G3258	Celeron 6305
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	HD Graphics	UHD Graphics for 11th Gen
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Desktop	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Pentium G3258 launched at $75 MSRP, while the Celeron 6305 debuted at $107. At current prices ($72 vs $80), the Pentium G3258 is $8 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G3258 delivers 28.7 pts/$ vs 26.0 pts/$ for the Celeron 6305 — making the Pentium G3258 the 9.9% better value option.