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Overview

The Celeron M 900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,101 points. Launch price was $70.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron M 900 is positioned at rank #797 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Celeron M 900

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Core i5-450M

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1035%

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Core i3-380M

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992%

#793

Core i5-430M

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991%

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Core 2 Duo T6600

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964%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

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100%

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100%

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99%

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98%

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98%

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98%

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Celeron B710

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98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron M 900 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron M 900 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron M 900 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 2.2 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 2,101, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron M 900
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 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
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)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,101

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron M 900 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Celeron M 900
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron M
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron M 900 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 900
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $86), the Celeron M 900 delivers 210 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #797 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3682 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron M 900
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$86
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$70
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#797
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3682
Release DateLaunch date	1 April 2009 (16 years ago)
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel