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Intel Celeron 5305U

Intel Celeron 5305U: A Budget Processor for Basic Tasks in 2025

Key Features, Performance, and Recommendations

1. Architecture and Process Technology: The Legacy of Comet Lake

The Intel Celeron 5305U, released in 2020, belongs to the Comet Lake generation and is still utilized in budget laptops for 2024–2025. Despite Intel having transitioned to 10nm and 7nm processes in its flagship lines, the Celeron 5305U continues to be based on a 14nm architecture. This choice is attributed to the company's aim to keep device costs low.

CPU Specifications:

- 2 Cores / 2 Threads — minimal configuration for basic tasks.

- Base Frequency: 2.3 GHz, no turbo mode — the processor cannot dynamically increase frequency under load.

- Cache: 2 MB L3.

Integrated Graphics (iGPU):

The Intel UHD Graphics for the 10th generation (24 EU, 900–1050 MHz) supports 4K video via HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort but is not designed for gaming. Quick Sync technology and hardware decoding of HEVC/H.265 simplify streaming video tasks.

2. Power Consumption and TDP: Balancing Performance and Battery Life

The Celeron 5305U has a TDP of 15W, which is typical for ultraportable laptops. Under real-world conditions, power consumption ranges from 10W (light tasks) to 15W (heavy load). With passive or compact active cooling, laptops featuring this processor remain thin (up to 17mm) and lightweight (1.2–1.5 kg).

Cooling System Examples:

- Passive radiators in devices like the Chuwi Minibook.

- Copper-piped fans in the Acer Aspire 1.

3. Performance: What to Expect in Practice?

Office Work:

- Browser with 5–7 tabs + Microsoft Office + messengers — comfortable operation, but delays may occur when launching Zoom simultaneously.

- Geekbench 6: 495 (Single-Core), 865 (Multi-Core) — on par with Intel Core i3-7020U (2017).

Multimedia:

- Playing 4K@60fps (YouTube, local files) — smooth, but launching background tasks may cause stuttering.

- Photo editing in Lightroom: basic editing (cropping, brightness) — feasible, but exporting takes 2–3 times longer than on a Core i5.

Gaming:

- CS:GO (720p, low settings) — 25–30 FPS.

- Minecraft (without shaders) — 40–45 FPS.

- Modern AAA titles (e.g., Cyberpunk 2077) — will not run.

Turbo Mode: Absent, limiting peak performance.

4. Use Cases: Who Is the Celeron 5305U Suitable For?

- Students: Working with texts, presentations, online courses.

- Seniors: Internet browsing, video calls, simple games (solitaire, checkers).

- Office Workers: Working with Excel (spreadsheets up to 1000 rows), email, CRM systems.

- Digital TV Boxes: Connecting to TV via HDMI for streaming.

Not Suitable For:

- Freelancers working with graphics or video.

- Gamers (except for casual 2D games).

5. Battery Life: How Long Will the Battery Last?

With a battery capacity of 40–45 Wh, the runtime is:

- 8–10 hours: Video playback (brightness 50%, Wi-Fi).

- 5–6 hours: Working in Chrome + Office.

Power-Saving Technologies:

- Intel SpeedStep: Dynamic frequency reduction during idle.

- C-States: Disabling unused cores.

- Windows Control Panel: "Battery Saver" and "Recommended" modes.

Tip: Choose laptops with low-resolution IPS screens (1366x768) — they consume less power than Full HD.

6. Comparison with Competitors: Who Is Better in 2025?

- AMD Athlon Silver 3050U (Zen, 15W): 2 cores / 4 threads, Vega 2 GPU. Better multitasking (Geekbench 6 Multi-Core: ~1100), but $50–70 more expensive.

- Apple M1 (in the base MacBook Air): 3–4 times higher performance but starts at $999 compared to $250–350 for devices with Celeron.

- Intel N100 (Alder Lake-N, 2023): 4 cores / 4 threads, 6W TDP. A more modern architecture with AV1 decoding support.

Conclusion: The Celeron 5305U remains relevant only in the “super-budget” segment (up to $300).

7. Pros and Cons: Is It Worth Buying?

Pros:

- Low-priced laptops ($200–350).

- Sufficient performance for basic tasks.

- Good energy efficiency.

Cons:

- No support for Wi-Fi 6 or Thunderbolt.

- Only 2 threads — multitasking is limited.

- Outdated 14nm process technology.

8. Recommendations for Choosing a Laptop

Types of Devices:

- Ultrabooks: For example, Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (14″, 1.3 kg, 8 GB RAM).

- Convertibles: HP Pavilion x360 with a touchscreen.

- Mini PCs: For connecting to a monitor or TV.

What to Pay Attention To:

- RAM: Minimum of 8 GB (4 GB in 2025 would be frustrating).

- Storage: Only SSD (256 GB is sufficient for OS and applications).

- Ports: USB-C (preferably with charging support), HDMI.

Don't Overspend on:

- Discrete GPUs (they are useless in this class).

- 4K screens (the processor won’t handle it, and the battery will drain in 2 hours).

9. Final Conclusion: Who Is the Celeron 5305U For?

This processor is ideal for those seeking the cheapest laptop for simple everyday tasks. It's suitable for:

- A second computer for travel.

- Education for school students or seniors.

- As a "typewriter" with internet access.

Key Benefits:

- Price below $350.

- Up to 10 hours of battery life.

- Compact size and quiet operation.

If your budget allows spending $400–500, consider devices with an Intel Core i3-N305 or AMD Ryzen 3 7320U — they will last longer and handle more serious tasks.

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Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
April 2020
Model Name
?
The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
5305U
Code Name
Comet Lake

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
2
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
2
Basic Frequency
2.30 GHz
Intel Turbo Boost Technology
?
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology dynamically increases the processor's frequency as needed by taking advantage of thermal and power headroom to give you a burst of speed when you need it, and increased energy efficiency when you don’t.
No
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
?
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) delivers two processing threads per physical core. Highly threaded applications can get more work done in parallel, completing tasks sooner.
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCBGA1528
Technology
?
Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
15 W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
100°C
PCI Express Version
?
PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
2.0
Number of PCI Express Lanes
?
A PCI Express (PCIe) lane consists of two differential signaling pairs, one for receiving data, one for transmitting data, and is the basic unit of the PCIe bus. Max # of PCI Express Lanes is the total number of supported lanes.
16
Intel 64
?
Intel® 64 architecture delivers 64-bit computing on server, workstation, desktop and mobile platforms when combined with supporting software.¹ Intel 64 architecture improves performance by allowing systems to address more than 4 GB of both virtual and physical memory.
Yes
Instruction Set
?
The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
64-bit
PCI Express Configurations
?
PCI Express (PCIe) Configurations describe the available PCIe lane configurations that can be used to link to PCIe devices.
1x4 | 2x2 | 1x2+2x1 and 4x1

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2400 | LPDDR3-2133
Max Memory Size
?
Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
64 GB
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Bus Speed
4 GT/s
Max Memory Bandwidth
?
Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
37.5 GB/s
ECC Memory Supported
?
ECC Memory Supported indicates processor support for Error-Correcting Code memory. ECC memory is a type of system memory that can detect and correct common kinds of internal data corruption. Note that ECC memory support requires both processor and chipset support.
No

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Intel® UHD Graphics for 10th Gen Intel® Processors
Graphics Base Frequency
?
Graphics Base frequency refers to the rated/guaranteed graphics render clock frequency in MHz.
300 MHz
Graphics Frequency
?
Graphics max dynamic frequency refers to the maximum opportunistic graphics render clock frequency (in MHz) that can be supported using Intel® HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency feature.
900 MHz
Graphics Video Max Memory
32 GB
4K Support
Yes | at 60Hz
DirectX Support
?
DirectX* Support indicates support for a specific version of Microsoft’s collection of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) for handling multimedia compute tasks.
12
Max Resolution (HDMI)
?
Max Resolution (HDMI) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor via the HDMI interface (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your system.
4096x2304@24Hz
Max Resolution (DP)
?
Max Resolution (DP) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor via the DP interface (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your system.
4096x2304@60Hz
Max Resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel)
?
Max Resolution (Integrated Flat Panel) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor for a device with an integrated flat panel (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your device.
4096x2304@60Hz
Number of Displays Supported
3
Graphics Output
?
Graphics Output defines the interfaces available to communicate with display devices.
eDP/DP/HDMI/DVI

Miscellaneous

Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
?
Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x) allows one hardware platform to function as multiple “virtual” platforms. It offers improved manageability by limiting downtime and maintaining productivity by isolating computing activities into separate partitions.
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
?
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) continues from the existing support for IA-32 (VT-x) and Itanium® processor (VT-i) virtualization adding new support for I/O-device virtualization. Intel VT-d can help end users improve security and reliability of the systems and also improve performance of I/O devices in virtualized environments.
Yes
Intel Standard Manageability (ISM)
?
Intel® Standard Manageability is the manageability solution for Intel vPro® Essentials platforms and is a subset of Intel® AMT with out-of-band management over Ethernet and Wi-Fi, but no KVM or new life cycle management features.
Intel® SSE4.1 | Intel® SSE4.2
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
?
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology is an advanced means of enabling high performance while meeting the power-conservation needs of mobile systems. Conventional Intel SpeedStep® Technology switches both voltage and frequency in tandem between high and low levels in response to processor load. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology builds upon that architecture using design strategies such as Separation between Voltage and Frequency Changes, and Clock Partitioning and Recovery.
Yes
Execute Disable Bit
?
Execute Disable Bit is a hardware-based security feature that can reduce exposure to viruses and malicious-code attacks and prevent harmful software from executing and propagating on the server or network.
Yes
Cache
?
CPU Cache is an area of fast memory located on the processor. Intel® Smart Cache refers to the architecture that allows all cores to dynamically share access to the last level cache.
2 MB
Intel AES New Instructions
?
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) are a set of instructions that enable fast and secure data encryption and decryption. AES-NI are valuable for a wide range of cryptographic applications, for example: applications that perform bulk encryption/decryption, authentication, random number generation, and authenticated encryption.
Yes
Intel Clear Video HD Technology
?
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, like its predecessor, Intel® Clear Video Technology, is a suite of image decode and processing technologies built into the integrated processor graphics that improve video playback, delivering cleaner, sharper images, more natural, accurate, and vivid colors, and a clear and stable video picture. Intel® Clear Video HD Technology adds video quality enhancements for richer color and more realistic skin tones.
Yes
Intel Clear Video Technology
Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
?
Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), also known as Second Level Address Translation (SLAT), provides acceleration for memory intensive virtualized applications. Extended Page Tables in Intel® Virtualization Technology platforms reduces the memory and power overhead costs and increases battery life through hardware optimization of page table management.
Yes
Intel Flex Memory Access
Yes
Intel OS Guard
Yes
OpenGL Support
?
OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) is a cross-language, multi-platform API (Application Programming Interface) for rendering 2D and 3D vector graphics.
4.5
Intel Quick Sync Video
?
Intel® Quick Sync Video delivers fast conversion of video for portable media players, online sharing, and video editing and authoring.
Yes

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
495
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
865
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
576
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1016

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
Xeon E3-1220L
569 +14.9%
FX-4170
530 +7.1%
Celeron 5305U
495
A10-5800B
457 -7.7%
Xeon E5-2407
423 -14.5%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
A8-7650K
1075 +24.3%
A10-6790K
958 +10.8%
Celeron 5305U
865
Celeron G540
717 -17.1%
A10-6700T
629 -27.3%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Celeron N5100
617 +7.1%
Core i7-2640M
595 +3.3%
Celeron 5305U
576
A10-5800K
559 -3%
A10-7890K
538 -6.6%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Core i3-5010U
1163 +14.5%
Xeon E3-1505L v5
1082 +6.5%
Celeron 5305U
1016
Xeon E7-8860
910 -10.4%
A4-3420
842 -17.1%