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Overview

The Celeron M U3400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.06 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,205 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 U3400

Core 2 Duo T5900

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

176%

Ryzen 3 PRO 210

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

168%

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

168%

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

159%

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

152%

#10

Pentium Dual Core T2390

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

147%

#11

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

141%

#12

Core i9-14900HX

MSRP: $668|Avg: $149

124%

#13

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

119%

#14

Core i7-11850HE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $75

118%

#15

Celeron Dual-Core T1400

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

113%

#16

Pentium Dual Core T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

107%

#17

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

106%

#18

Core 2 Duo U7600

MSRP: $250|Avg: $5

105%

#19

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

104%

#20

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

100%

#21

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

98%

#22

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

98%

#23

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

98%

#24

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

96%

#25

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

90%

#26

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

88%

#27

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

87%

#28

Core i9-13950HX

MSRP: $590|Avg: $199

86%

#29

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

85%

#30

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

83%

#31

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

82%

#32

Athlon II P360

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

81%

#33

Athlon II P340

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $10

79%

#34

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

76%

#35

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

75%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron M U3400 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron M U3400 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron M U3400 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.06 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,205, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron M U3400
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.06 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Arrandale (2010−2011)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	81+114 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	382+177 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	2500 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,205

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron M U3400 fits into the BGA1288 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Celeron M U3400
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron M
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA1288
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron M U3400 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 512 kB + 2 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron M U3400
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	512 kB + 2 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $5 (MSRP: $86), the Celeron M U3400 delivers 241 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3406 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron M U3400
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$86
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$5
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3406
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2010
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.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Celeron M
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Arrandale (2010−2011)
Performance Ranking Position	3406

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	81+114 mm2
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	2 MB
Bus Speed	2500 MHz
Max Frequency	1.06 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	382+177 Million
Process Technology	32 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-