Celeron 430

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Celeron 430

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Celeron 430 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,991 Rank: 1898
Rank Name Score Visual
1894 A8-3520M 3,993
+0.1%
1895 Athlon 64 X2 4000+ 3,993
+0.1%
1896 A6-3410MX 3,992
+0%
1897 Core 2 Duo T7700 3,991
+0%
1898 Celeron 430 3,991
1899 Athlon 5150 3,991
+0%
1900 Core 2 Duo L9600 3,989
-0.1%
1901 Phenom X4 9650 3,989
-0.1%
1902 Pentium 987 3,988
-0.1%
1903 Celeron N3010 3,986
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Celeron 430 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,245 Rank: 1923
Rank Name Score Visual
1919 Core 2 Duo T6600 4,246
+0%
1920 Celeron N2830 4,246
+0%
1921 Sempron LE-1250 4,246
+0%
1922 Core 2 Duo L9400 4,245
+0%
1923 Celeron 430 4,245
1924 Athlon 64 X2 4200+ 4,245
+0%
1925 Atom D2500 4,244
+-0%
1926 Athlon 64 3200+ 4,243
+-0%
1927 Atom D2700 4,243
+-0%
1928 Core 2 Duo E8200 4,242
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Celeron 430 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,821 Rank: 1871
Rank Name Score Visual
1867 Intel Pentium P6100 3,831
+0.3%
1868 Pentium N3540 3,830
+0.2%
1869 Core 2 Duo T7200 3,830
+0.2%
1870 Celeron J3355 3,827
+0.2%
1871 Celeron 430 3,821
1872 Athlon 64 X2 4000+ 3,821
+0%
1873 Atom C3958 3,819
-0.1%
1874 Celeron 2955U 3,817
-0.1%
1875 Phenom X3 8750 3,817
-0.1%
1876 Turion II Neo N40L 3,816
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Celeron 430 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,457 Rank: 1756
Rank Name Score Visual
1752 Atom N2600 4,458
+0%
1753 C-70 4,458
+0%
1754 C-50 4,457
+0%
1755 Atom N550 4,457
+0%
1756 Celeron 430 4,457
1757 Sempron 3200+ 4,457
+0%
1758 Pentium 4 3.00GHz 4,456
+-0%
1759 Pentium SU2700 4,456
+-0%
1760 Athlon 64 3200+ 4,455
+-0%
1761 Sempron 2500+ 4,454
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Celeron 430 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,423 Rank: 1757
Rank Name Score Visual
1753 Sempron LE-1250 4,424
+0%
1754 C-60 4,423
+0%
1755 E1-2100 4,423
+0%
1756 A4-1250 4,423
+0%
1757 Celeron 430 4,423
1758 A4-1200 4,421
+-0%
1759 C-50 4,421
+-0%
1760 Pentium SU2700 4,419
-0.1%
1761 Sempron 2500+ 4,419
-0.1%
1762 Celeron 807UE 4,418
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Celeron 430 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,436 Rank: 1756
Rank Name Score Visual
1752 C-60 4,436
+0%
1753 A4-1200 4,436
+0%
1754 Atom D2500 4,436
+0%
1755 Pentium SU2700 4,436
+0%
1756 Celeron 430 4,436
1757 C-70 4,436
+0%
1758 Athlon 64 3200+ 4,435
+-0%
1759 C-50 4,434
+-0%
1760 Athlon 64 4000+ 4,433
-0.1%
1761 Atom N450 4,433
-0.1%

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Celeron 430 Details

The Intel Celeron 430, launched in June 2007, represents a relic from an era when single-core processors were still common in mainstream desktops. Despite its age, the processor holds a modest position in the broader CPU landscape, with an Overall Score of 3991 placing it at #1897 out of 2060 CPUs in the Passmark rankings. It is closely matched by several modern low-power processors, such as the Celeron N3450 and A6-3410MX, both of which achieve nearly identical scores. However, this proximity in performance belies the significant technological leap that has occurred over the past two decades.

At its core, the Celeron 430 is built on Intel’s Conroe microarchitecture, fabricated on a 65 nm process, and features a single core with no simultaneous multithreading support. Clocking in at 1.8 GHz with a 9x multiplier, it operates within a 35 W TDP, making it one of the more power-efficient CPUs of its time. The processor supports DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3 memory types, though actual compatibility depends on the motherboard’s chipset, as the memory controller resides off-die. It uses a Socket 775 interface, which was dominant during the mid-2000s, and includes support for Intel’s SSE2, SSE3, and SSSE3 instruction sets, though it lacks SSE4, which limits its ability to run modern software efficiently.

Performance-wise, the Celeron 430 scores 3821 in Singlecore and 4245 in Multicore, with the latter placing it just behind the Core 2 Duo T6600 and slightly ahead of the Atom D2500. While its multicore performance is competitive with some early-generation Atom and low-end Core i5 processors, its single-core score lags behind modern designs, reflecting its outdated architecture and limited cache—just 512 KB of L2 cache compared to the multi-megabyte caches found in contemporary CPUs. The lack of integrated graphics means system functionality relies on the motherboard’s chipset, which may provide basic display outputs but offers no dedicated GPU performance.

As of March 2026, the Celeron 430 serves as a historical benchmark rather than a practical choice for modern computing. Its performance is dwarfed by today’s top-tier processors, such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K, which achieve over three times the multicore score. However, it remains relevant for legacy system support, retro computing, or educational purposes. Its low power consumption and simple design make it a suitable candidate for embedded or minimal-use applications where performance demands are negligible.

In conclusion, the Intel Celeron 430 exemplifies the transition period in CPU development between the early 2000s and the rise of multi-core, high-efficiency processors. While it no longer competes in performance or efficiency with modern silicon, its historical significance and compatibility with older systems ensure it retains a niche role in the evolving world of computing.
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Intel Celeron 430

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Celeron 430
Cores: 1
Threads: 1
Base Frequency: 1800 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 9x (locked)
Core Name: Conroe-L
Socket: Socket 775
Package: FC-LGA6
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 35 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Die Area: 77 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3
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