Features Celeron 430 already initially attribute it to the segment of budget microprocessors. Only one computing module, which is part of it, proves this once again. It is about this budget model of the CPU that will be discussed in this material.
Appointment and complete set
As noted earlier, the Celeron 430 features position it as a low-performance processor solution. Therefore, the main area of use of this chip is budget computers. The latter specialize in running office suites, launching browsers, and playing low-resolution multimedia files. Also on such a system unit, you can run the least demanding toys.
This microprocessor could be found in two possible delivery options. The most affordable of them is Trail. The manufacturer included a chip in protective plastic packaging, a sticker-logo with the name of the CPU family, a certificate of conformity, and a user manual. The more expensive delivery option was called Voh. In this case, the list was supplemented with a cardboard box, branded cooler and thermal grease.
Microprocessor specifications
The characteristics of the Celeron 430, as mentioned earlier, indicate only the presence of one computing core based on the Conroe microprocessor architecture. In addition, this CPU modification does not support NT technology. That is, at the software level, the code processes this device only in one stream. The nominal frequency of the Intel Celeron 430 is 1.8 GHz. The characteristics of the microprocessor indicate a lack of support for automatic overclocking technology called TurboBust. That is, the chip cannot automatically change the clock frequency. But he has an unlocked multiplier. Therefore, it can be dispersed. As experience shows, under favorable circumstances, the frequency of the CPU can be increased to 3.0-3.2 GHz.
This chip is designed to be installed in an outdated LGA775 socket. It can only work with DDR2 RAM. The latter should operate at a frequency of 800 MHz. The maximum amount of RAM that such a chip can address is limited to 4 GB. The total cache size of the first level is 64 kb, and the second is 512 kb. But the third level of fast memory for this microprocessor does not exist. The latter circumstance extremely negatively affects the overall performance of the computing system.
Power Consumption and Technology
Characteristics Intel Celeron 430 focuses on the fact that its maximum thermal package does not exceed 35 watts. That is, it is a very, very energy-efficient microprocessor, even by today's standards. Its semiconductor base is made using technology with tolerance numbers of 65 nm. The size of the silicon crystal of the CPU is 37.5 x 37.5 mm, and its area is 77 mm 2 .
The highest temperature at which this device can still operate is 60 ° C. In the operating mode, its value is in the range from 50 to 55 ° C.
Cost. Reviews
In the new state, such a microprocessor can still be purchased on the "global web" on Chinese trading floors. Moreover, its price will be only 300 rubles. You can also buy such a chip and in maintained condition. In this case, its cost will drop to 120 rubles.
The lowest clock speed in the Celeron 430 is 1.8 GHz. The characteristics of the CPU also indicate the presence of only one core, equipped with only 512 KB of cache memory. Therefore, the performance of a PC based on such a microprocessor is at a very, very low level. This is his key flaw. So, the disadvantage is the fact that the processor is designed to be installed in the LGA775 socket, which is completely outdated today.
The advantages of this CPU include the owners of energy efficiency, low cost and, of course, reliability.
Conclusion
This material was considered not only the characteristics of Celeron 430, but also the strengths and weaknesses of this microprocessor. The chip was suitable only for assembling the most budget system units with a low level of performance. That is, such a CPU can solve only those tasks that put forward the minimum requirements for the hardware parameters of a personal computer. These include various office suites, bank terminals, browsing Internet portals, the simplest toys and playing multimedia files in very low quality. Actually, this ends the list of tasks that such a computing system can perform.