Celeron G1610 really better than my Core 2 Quad 6600?

[fr]

http://cpuboss.com/cpus/Intel-Core2-Quad-Q6600-vs-Intel-Celeron-G1610

I'm thinking it's time to upgrade my computer, but really?

 

[mikeymikec]

What do you use your processor for?

There isn't any definitive test or set of tests to determine your processor's performance. In many scenarios, strong single-core performance is important. In some, multiple cores are extremely beneficial (to the point that a weak multi-core processor might trounce a strong single-core processor). In others, the amount of processor cache can make a significant difference.

Anandtech's bench stats don't have the G1610 on record so I went for the G620:
http://anandtech.com/bench/product/53?vs=406

It does seem like the C2Q's single core performance doesn't hold a candle to today's mainstream processors, and even the value ones like the Celeron/Pentium seem to give it a beating, while the C2Q's quad-core nature gives it an edge in some scenarios, but it depends on your needs. Your processor may be perfectly adequate (ie. you might not notice a worthwhile difference by upgrading). I would be surprised if, for example, you'd notice a difference if your uses are limited to video playback, browsing, e-mail, and typical office app usage.

 

[Blain]

If you're planning on an upgrade, why in the world would you even consider the Celeron G1610?

 

[mikeymikec]

He probably wasn't particularly considering going for a G1610, just expressing his surprise that it is better than his CPU in some respects.

 

[Termie]

Here are some brand-new gaming benchmarks including the G1610 and the q9550. By extrapolation, I think we can conclude that the G1610 IS NOT faster than your q6600. It's very close, though.

EDIT for link:
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/piledriver-k10-cpu-overclocking,3584-19.html

Whether you upgrade depends entirely on what GPU you have. Perhaps you can list out what your system specs are.

 

[Blain]

The Trinity X4 750k rules the sub-$80 world, if you don't need integrated GPU.

 

[Essence_of_War]

I think you may have forgotten to link Termie

 

[Torn Mind]

CPUboss is an operation by some individuals that tries to weight many variables in an attempt to come out with a useful "score" in which you can gauge CPU "value". Not only is pure speed part of the evaluation, but how much it costs, overclockability, etc, also can change the final score. Naturally, the final number is only as good as the numbers used to build it up.

However, if we look at benchmarks, which are closer (but not perfect) measures of just CPU performance and not other variables like performance per dollar, the gap between the Q6600 AT STOCK and the G1610 is quite small.

http://anandtech.com/bench/product/406?vs=53

The Anandtech bench does not have the G1610, but the Sandy Bridge Pentium G620 that has the same clockspeed as it has. The differences would be the loss in L3 cache and architecture improvements in the G1610.

 

[Termie]

I think you may have forgotten to link Termie

Oh, sorry!
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/piledriver-k10-cpu-overclocking,3584-19.html

 

[Zap]

I'm thinking it's time to upgrade my computer, but really?

With technology, eventually you can get something better for less money. News at 11.

Anyone want to give bets on whether a socket 775 Celeron was faster than a Pentium 4 EE?