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Overview

The Celeron T1600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.66 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 715 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron T1600 is positioned at rank #1173 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 T1600

#1161

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4392%

#1162

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4328%

#1163

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3973%

#1164

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3955%

#1165

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3919%

#1167

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3784%

#1168

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3629%

#1169

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3623%

#1170

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3525%

#1173

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

100%

#1174

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

100%

#1176

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

98%

#1177

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

97%

#1178

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

97%

#1179

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

97%

#1180

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

97%

#1181

Core i7-7Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $285

97%

#1183

Core i7-4500U

MSRP: $398|Avg: N/A

94%

#1185

Athlon Neo X2 L325

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

92%

#1186

Core i3-2370M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

91%

#1187

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

91%

#1188

Celeron T3000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $54

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron T1600 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron T1600 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron T1600 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It carries 1 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 715, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron T1600
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.66 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	1 MB L2 Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	1.075V-1.175V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	715

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron T1600 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Celeron T1600
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron T1600 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron T1600
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $107), the Celeron T1600 delivers 48 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1173 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3341 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron T1600
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$107
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1173
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3341
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel