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Overview

The Celeron M 743 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA965. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,324 points. Launch price was $107.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 743

#84

Pentium 957

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115%

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112%

#86

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111%

#87

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

110%

#88

Core i3-1220P

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109%

#89

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

109%

#90

Pentium P6200

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

108%

#91

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

108%

#92

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

108%

#93

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

106%

#94

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

105%

#95

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

105%

#96

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

102%

#97

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

101%

#98

Core i7-4712MQ

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100%

#99

Celeron M 743

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

100%

#100

Pro A8-8600B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

100%

#101

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

99%

#102

Celeron M 540

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99%

#103

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97%

#104

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MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#105

Celeron 847

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96%

#106

Core 2 Duo T9300

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95%

#107

Ryzen 9 5900HX

MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A

95%

#108

Core i5-3210M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

93%

#109

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A

93%

#110

Core M-5Y10

MSRP: $281|Avg: $20

93%

#111

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

93%

#112

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

92%

#113

Core i5-1240P

MSRP: $309|Avg: $200

92%

#114

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

91%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron M 743 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron M 743 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron M 743 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,324, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron M 743
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Penryn (2008−2011)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	107 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	410 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,324

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron M 743 fits into the BGA965 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Celeron M 743
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron M
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA965
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron M 743 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron M 743
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $107), the Celeron M 743 delivers 88 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3601 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron M 743
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$107
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$107
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3601
Release DateLaunch date	1 September 2009 (16 years ago)
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Celeron M
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$107
Release Date	1 September 2009 (16 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Penryn (2008−2011)
Performance Ranking Position	3601

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	1
Threads	1
Die Size	107 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB
Bus Speed	800 MHz
Max Frequency	1.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	410 Million
Process Technology	45 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-