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Overview

The Celeron SU2300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 545 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron SU2300 is positioned at rank #1223 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 SU2300

#1211

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

7209%

#1212

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

7103%

#1213

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

6521%

#1214

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

6491%

#1215

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

6432%

#1217

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

6211%

#1218

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

5956%

#1219

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

5946%

#1220

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

5786%

#1223

Celeron SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

100%

#1224

Core i5-560UM

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

100%

#1225

Core i7-660UM

MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A

99%

#1226

C-30

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#1228

Core i7-620UM

MSRP: $278|Avg: N/A

96%

#1230

Celeron 570

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

#1231

Core i7-820QM

MSRP: $546|Avg: N/A

82%

#1233

Core Duo T2700

MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A

69%

#1235

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

58%

#1236

Core Solo T1400

MSRP: $200|Avg: $5

53%

#1237

Core i7-940XM

MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A

51%

#1238

Core Solo T1350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $70

50%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron SU2300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron SU2300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron SU2300 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It carries 1 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 545, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron SU2300
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.2 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	1 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	545

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron SU2300 fits into the BGA956 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Celeron SU2300
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA956
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron SU2300 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 10 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron SU2300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	10 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $134, the Celeron SU2300 delivers 4 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1223 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3409 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron SU2300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$134
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$134
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1223
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3409
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel