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Overview

The Celeron N3010 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Airmont (2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.04 GHz, with boost up to 2.24 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 735 points. Launch price was $107.

Value Upgrade Path

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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3010

#351

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

113%

#352

Core m3-6Y30

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113%

#353

Core i3-2340UE

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112%

#354

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

112%

#355

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

112%

#356

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

111%

#357

Celeron 2981U

MSRP: $137|Avg: N/A

110%

#358

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

110%

#359

Pentium N3540

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

109%

#360

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

108%

#361

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

107%

#362

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

105%

#363

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

103%

#364

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

102%

#365

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

102%

#366

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

100%

#367

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

99%

#368

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#369

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#370

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#371

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#372

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

98%

#373

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

97%

#374

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

95%

#375

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

95%

#376

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

94%

#377

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

94%

#378

Core i7-4500U

MSRP: $398|Avg: N/A

91%

#379

Core i3-2370M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

89%

#380

Core m7-6Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $393

87%

#381

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

87%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron N3010 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron N3010 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N3010 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Airmont (2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.24 GHz from a base frequency of 1.04 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 735, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron N3010
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.24 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.04 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Airmont (2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	735

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N3010 fits into the FCBGA1170 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 4 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR3L-1600 memory at speeds up to 1600 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 8 across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Celeron N3010
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1170
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	4
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3L-1600
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	1600
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	8
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	Intel HD Graphics 400
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	Braswell
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Advanced Features

The Celeron N3010 is primarily designed for Budget Mobile. Virtualization: true — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Celeron N3010
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Budget Mobile
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	true

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron N3010 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 4 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. It ships with the false stock cooler.

Specification	Celeron N3010
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	4 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	false

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $107, the Celeron N3010 delivers 7 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3311 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron N3010
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$107
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$107
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3311
Release DateLaunch date	10 January 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
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
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$107
Release Date	10 January 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Airmont (2016)
Performance Ranking Position	3311

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Bus Type	IDI
L2 Cache	1 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	2.24 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.04 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	90 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-