CPU·Budget
Celeron SU2300
Intel
PassMark
545
MSRP
$134
AVG Price
$134
2007-01-01
10 Watt
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron SU2300
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.
Counter-Strike 2
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Deadlock
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Final Fantasy XIV
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Fortnite
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League of Legends
1080p
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Left 4 Dead 2
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Path of Exile 2
1080p
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Phasmophobia
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Rainbow Six Siege
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Rocket League
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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. 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 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3409 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| 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.
3 categories
General Information
5 specs
General Information
5 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3409 |
Technical Specifications
6 specs
Technical Specifications
6 specs
| L3 Cache | 1 MB |
| 64-Bit Support | - |
| Base Frequency | 1.2 GHz |
| Process Technology | 45 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
3 specs
Compatibility
3 specs
| Socket | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 10 Watt |
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Processors with benchmark scores closest to the current hardware, grouped by manufacturer.
Intel (12)
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2 Cores2 ThrdMax: 2.25 GHz2014
Atom D2500Passmark: 605
2 Cores2 ThrdMax: 1.87 GHz2011
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2 Cores2 ThrdMax: 1.6 GHz2005
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1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.6 GHz2001
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Athlon 64 3800+Passmark: 648
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2004
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1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2006
Athlon 64 FX-53Passmark: 645
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2004
Mobile Athlon 64 3700+Passmark: 622
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2005
Athlon 64 3700+Passmark: 622
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2001
Athlon Neo X2 L325Passmark: 615
2 Cores2 ThrdMax: 1.5 GHz2009
Athlon 64 FX-51Passmark: 615
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.2 GHz2003
Turion 64 ML-40Passmark: 600
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.2 GHz2005
Turion 64 MT-40Passmark: 600
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.2 GHz2005
Athlon 64 3600+Passmark: 595
1 Cores1 ThrdMax: 2.4 GHz2004
Our Recommendation for Celeron SU2300
Suggested pairings based on performance balance
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Radeon R9 M295X Mac EditionG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2014
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2 GBCore: 135 MHz1999
Radeon HD 7970M CrossfireG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2012
Quadro T1000 (móvel)G3D Mark: 5,000
4 GBCore: 1395 MHz2019
M1 8-Core GPUG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 1278 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 460 OEMG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 650 MHz2010
GeForce GTX 1630G3D Mark: 4,992
4 GBCore: 1740 MHz2022
Radeon R9 M395G3D Mark: 4,934
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RTXA5000-8QG3D Mark: 4,916
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FirePro S9050G3D Mark: 4,901
4 GBCore: 900 MHz2014
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Recommended (Balanced) (12)
GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,842
8 GBCore: 1215 MHz2017
GeForce GTX 1060 3GBG3D Mark: 9,815
3 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
Arc A730MG3D Mark: 9,808
12 GBCore: 1100 MHz2022
Radeon 8040SG3D Mark: 9,756
4 GBCore: 1295 MHz2025
Radeon R9 Fury + Fury XG3D Mark: 9,741
4 GB2015
Radeon RX 6550MG3D Mark: 9,705
4 GBCore: 2000 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,674
6 GBCore: 975 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 970G3D Mark: 9,640
4 GBCore: 1050 MHz2014
Radeon RX 6500 XTG3D Mark: 9,603
4 GBCore: 2610 MHz2022
GRID P40-2QG3D Mark: 9,581
4 GBCore: 557 MHz2015
Radeon RX Vega Ryzen 5 5600GTG3D Mark: 9,558
Shared System RAM2020
Radeon R9 FuryG3D Mark: 9,521
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High-End (Max Performance) (12)
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32 GBCore: 1800 MHz2021
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noneCore: 1295 MHz2025
Quadro RTX 6000G3D Mark: 17,887
24 GBCore: 1440 MHz2018
GeForce GTX 1070 SLIG3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)G3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1443 MHz2016
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 1575 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti MobileG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 915 MHz2022
Radeon Pro W5700XG3D Mark: 17,591
16 GBCore: 1243 MHz2019
Radeon Pro W6900XG3D Mark: 17,413
32 GBCore: 1825 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,400
8 GBCore: 2310 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,374
8 GBCore: 2407 MHz2025
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12 GBCore: 2321 MHz2022
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