CPU
GPU
Pentium T2370
Celeron T1600
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 T2370 is positioned at rank 1114 and the Celeron T1600 is on rank 1173, so the Pentium T2370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium T2370
Performance Per Dollar Celeron T1600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium T2370 | Celeron T1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium T2370 | Celeron T1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+56%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 T2370 and Celeron T1600
Pentium T2370
The Pentium T2370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.73 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 745 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron T1600
The Celeron T1600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.66 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 715 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
In PassMark, the Pentium T2370 scores 745 against the Celeron T1600's 715 — a 4.1% lead for the Pentium T2370. Both processors carry 1 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium T2370 | Celeron T1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1.73 GHz+4% | 1.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| PassMark | 745+4% | 715 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the PGA478 socket with PCIe 2.0.
| Feature | Pentium T2370 | Celeron T1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Pentium T2370 launched at $86 MSRP, while the Celeron T1600 debuted at $107. At current prices ($10 vs $15), the Pentium T2370 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium T2370 delivers 74.5 pts/$ vs 47.7 pts/$ for the Celeron T1600 — making the Pentium T2370 the 43.9% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium T2370 | Celeron T1600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-20% | $107 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-33% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.5+56% | 47.7 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2008 |
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