Celeron T3300
Intel
PassMark
1,005
MSRP
$86
AVG Price
$15
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Celeron T3300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $69.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron T3300 is positioned at rank #1038 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron T3300
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Celeron T3300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Celeron T3300 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Celeron T3300 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 1,005, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 45 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 1 MB |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 1,005 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron T3300 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.
| Specification | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | PGA478 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
Power & Cooling
The Celeron T3300 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 T3300 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 35 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $86), the Celeron T3300 delivers 67 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1038 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3296 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $86 |
| 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 | #1038 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3296 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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