Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Celeron 2.30
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Celeron 2.30
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 2.30
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Northwood (2002−2004) / 130 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+175%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Celeron 2.30
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Celeron 2.30
The Celeron 2.30 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Northwood (2002−2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 128 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 325 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Celeron 2.30 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 7 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron 2.30 — a 74% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Celeron 2.30 uses Northwood (2002−2004) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 34,293 against the Celeron 2.30's 325 — a 196.2% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs 0 kB on the Celeron 2.30.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+700% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+117% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.4 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 96 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+700% | 128 kB |
| Process | 5 nm-96% | 130 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Northwood (2002−2004) |
| PassMark | 34,293+10452% | 325 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,700 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Celeron 2.30 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus DDR1-400 on the Celeron 2.30 — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 133.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 1 (Celeron 2.30). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 0 (Celeron 2.30) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and 845,850,865 (Celeron 2.30).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+355% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+400% | DDR1-400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+3100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs No (Celeron 2.30). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Celeron 2.30 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming, Celeron 2.30 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K; Celeron 2.30 rivals Pentium 4 2.40.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | No |
| Target Use | Gaming | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D launched at $449 MSRP, while the Celeron 2.30 debuted at $100. At current prices ($384 vs $10), the Celeron 2.30 is $374 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 7800X3D delivers 89.3 pts/$ vs 32.5 pts/$ for the Celeron 2.30 — making the Ryzen 7 7800X3D the 93.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Celeron 2.30 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449 | $100-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $384 | $10-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 89.3+175% | 32.5 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2003 |
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