Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Celeron 847

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023

Celeron 847

2 Cores2 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.1 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 / 16

34,293

+2600.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

Celeron 847

2 / 2

1,270

0.0%

Celeron 857

Pentium T3400

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D

#197

Ryzen 5 5600X3D

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

107%

#198

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

106%

#199

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

106%

#200

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

106%

#201

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

105%

#202

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

104%

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

103%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

103%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

103%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

102%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

102%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

102%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

102%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

101%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

101%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

100%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

100%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

100%

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

99%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

99%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

98%

#218

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

MSRP: $294|Avg: $76

98%

#219

Ryzen 7 PRO 5845

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#220

Athlon PRO 300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#221

Athlon Gold 3150G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

97%

#222

Core i7-9800X

MSRP: $589|Avg: $210

97%

#223

Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $235

96%

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

96%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

96%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 847

#1081

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3095%

#1082

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3050%

#1083

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2800%

#1084

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2787%

#1085

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2761%

#1087

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2667%

#1088

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2557%

#1089

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2553%

#1090

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2484%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

100%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

98%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1101

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

97%

#1102

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

96%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

95%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

94%

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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Celeron 847
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)	✅ More affordable ($15)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron 847 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Celeron 847
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+5%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)	✅ More affordable ($15)

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.

Ryzen 7 7800X3D Benchmark Check

Celeron 847 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Celeron 847

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 847

The Celeron 847 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 1.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,270 points. Launch price was $134.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Celeron 847 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus 1.1 GHz on the Celeron 847 — a 127.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 4.4 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Celeron 847 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 34,293 against the Celeron 847's 1,270 — a 185.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,700 vs 196, a 172.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 15,000 vs 354 (190.8% advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D). L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 847.

Feature	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Celeron 847
Cores / Threads	8 / 16+300%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	5 GHz+355%	1.1 GHz
Base Clock	4.4 GHz+300%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	96 MB (total)+4700%	2 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256K (per core)
Process	5 nm-84%	32 nm
Architecture	Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	34,293+2600%	1,270
Cinebench R23 Multi	18,500	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,700+1278%	196
Geekbench 6 Multi	15,000+4137%	354

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Celeron 847 uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron 847 — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 50% 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 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 16 (Celeron 847) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and HM65,HM67 (Celeron 847).

Feature	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Celeron 847
Socket	AM5	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+150%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+67%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+700%	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	28+75%	16

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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 VT-x (Celeron 847). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron 847) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming, Celeron 847 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K; Celeron 847 rivals Pentium 967.

Feature	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Celeron 847
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)	HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	VT-x
Target Use	Gaming	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D launched at $449 MSRP, while the Celeron 847 debuted at $134. At current prices ($384 vs $15), the Celeron 847 is $369 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 7800X3D delivers 89.3 pts/$ vs 84.7 pts/$ for the Celeron 847 — making the Ryzen 7 7800X3D the 5.3% better value option.