Celeron T3300
Intel
PassMark
1,005
MSRP
$86
AVG Price
$15
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Celeron T3300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Among Us
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Monster Hunter Wilds
Path of Exile 2
Rainbow Six Siege
Team Fortress 2
Terraria
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. 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 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3296 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| 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.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3296 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| L3 Cache | 1 MB |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2 GHz |
| Process Technology | 45 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
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Compatibility
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| Socket | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 35 Watt |
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