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Overview

The Celeron U3400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.06 GHz, with boost up to 0.07 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800. Passmark benchmark score: 575 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 U3400

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112%

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106%

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105%

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105%

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104%

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Athlon II M320

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Celeron U3400

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100%

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99%

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97%

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#73

Core Ultra 7 265HX

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Core i3-350M

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95%

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94%

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93%

#78

Core 2 Quad Q9000

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93%

#79

Ryzen 5 230

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92%

#80

Celeron T3500

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92%

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Pentium T4200

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92%

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91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron U3400 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron U3400 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron U3400 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Westmere (2010−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 0.07 GHz from a base frequency of 1.06 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 575, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron U3400
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.07 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.06 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Westmere (2010−2011)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	81 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	382 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	1 × 2.5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	575

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron U3400 fits into the BGA1288 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3-800 memory.

Specification	Celeron U3400
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA1288
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3-800
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron U3400 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 18 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron U3400
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	18 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $5 (MSRP: $86), the Celeron U3400 delivers 115 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3375 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron U3400
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$86
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$5
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3375
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.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Celeron
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Westmere (2010−2011)
Performance Ranking Position	3375

Technical Specifications

16 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Bus Type	DMI 1.0
Die Size	81 mm2
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	2 MB
Bus Speed	1 × 2.5 GT/s
Multiplier	8
Max Frequency	0.07 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.06 GHz
Transistor Count	382 Million
Process Technology	32 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-