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Intel Celeron (2.4 GHz) vs AMD Opteron 2356 (B3)

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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron (2.4 GHz) CPU

The Intel Celeron (2.4 GHz) is an end-of-life 1-core (1-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2003. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Northwood microarchitecture. The is compatible with Intel Socket 478 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 130 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron supports DDR1, DDR2 memory. In terms of cache, the Celeron has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 8 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 128 KB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron is a single-core and single-threaded CPU, making it not capable of processing multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.4 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

About the AMD Opteron 2356 (B3) CPU

The AMD Opteron 2356 (B3) is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q2 2008 with a suggested retail price of $690. It is part of AMD's Opteron lineup, which is based on the Barcelona microarchitecture. The Opteron 2356 is compatible with AMD Socket Fr2 motherboards and is fabricated on a 65 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Opteron 2356 supports DDR2 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Opteron 2356 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Opteron 2356 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Opteron 2356 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCeleronOpteron
Market SegmentDesktopServer
Release DateQ1 2003Q2 2008
Launch Price (MSRP)--$690
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron (2.4 GHz)
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Opteron 2356 (B3)
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We do not have any performance data for the Celeron (2.4 GHz) and the Opteron 2356 (B3) for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron (2.4 GHz)
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Opteron 2356 (B3)
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Celeron (2.4 GHz) and the Opteron 2356 (B3) for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
143
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CPU Mark Single-Thread
397
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Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntel--
Process Size130 nm65 nm
Transistors55 million463 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
SeriesCeleronOpteron
MicroarchitectureNorthwoodBarcelona
CodenameNorthwoodBarcelona
Memory SupportDDR1, DDR2DDR2
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
Cores14
Threads14
Clock Speed2.4 GHz2.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz200 MHz
Multiplier24.0x11.5x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
L1 Cache8 KB64 KB
L2 Cache128 KB512 KB
L3 Cache--2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
SocketIntel Socket 478AMD Socket Fr2
Thermal Design Power (TDP)73 W95 W
Tcase Max--76 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCeleron (2.4 GHz)Opteron 2356 (B3)
Integrated GraphicsMotherboard Dependent--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2MMX, 3DNow!+, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4a, NX bit, AMD64, AMD-V, SLAT

* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.