Intel Celeron 1200
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IntelIntel Celeron 1200 Specifications
Celeron 1200 Core Configuration
Processing cores and threading
The Intel Celeron 1200 features 1 physical cores and 1 threads, which directly impacts multi-threaded performance in CPU benchmarks. More cores allow the processor to handle parallel workloads efficiently, improving performance in video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking scenarios. Thread count determines how many simultaneous tasks the CPU can process, with higher thread counts benefiting productivity applications and content creation workflows.
Celeron 1200 Clock Speeds
Base and boost frequencies
Clock speed is a critical factor in Celeron 1200 benchmark performance, measured in GHz. The base clock represents the guaranteed operating frequency, while the boost clock indicates maximum single-core performance under optimal conditions. Higher clock speeds translate to faster single-threaded performance, which is essential for gaming and applications that don't fully utilize multiple cores. The Celeron 1200 by Intel can dynamically adjust its frequency based on workload and thermal headroom.
Intel's Celeron 1200 Cache Hierarchy
L1, L2, L3 cache sizes
Cache memory is ultra-fast storage built directly into the Celeron 1200 processor die. L1 cache provides the fastest access for frequently used data, while L2 and L3 caches offer progressively larger storage with slightly higher latency. Larger cache sizes significantly improve CPU benchmark scores by reducing memory access times. The Celeron 1200's cache configuration is optimized for both gaming performance and productivity workloads, minimizing data fetch delays during intensive computations.
P6 Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The Intel Celeron 1200 is built on Intel's 130 nm manufacturing process, which determines power efficiency and thermal characteristics. Smaller process nodes allow for more transistors in the same space, enabling higher performance per watt. The architecture defines how the processor handles instructions and manages data flow, directly impacting benchmark results across different workload types. Modern CPU architectures like the one in Celeron 1200 incorporate advanced branch prediction and out-of-order execution for optimal performance.
P6 Instruction Set Features
Supported CPU instructions and extensions
The Celeron 1200 by Intel supports various instruction set extensions that enable optimized performance for specific workloads. SIMD instructions like SSE and AVX accelerate multimedia, scientific computing, and AI workloads by processing multiple data points simultaneously. Features like AES-NI provide hardware-accelerated encryption, while AVX-512 (if supported) enables advanced vector processing for data centers and high-performance computing. These instruction sets are critical for software compatibility and performance in modern applications.
Power & Thermal
TDP and power specifications
The Intel Celeron 1200 has a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 30W, indicating the cooling solution required for sustained operation. TDP affects both system power consumption and the type of cooler needed. Lower TDP processors are ideal for compact builds and laptops, while higher TDP chips typically offer better sustained performance in demanding CPU benchmarks. Understanding power requirements helps ensure your system can deliver consistent performance without thermal throttling.
Intel Socket 370 Platform & Socket
Compatibility information
The Celeron 1200 uses the Intel Socket 370 socket, which determines motherboard compatibility. Choosing the right platform is essential for building a system around this processor. The socket type also influences available features like PCIe lanes, memory support, and upgrade paths. When comparing CPU benchmarks, ensure you're looking at processors compatible with your existing or planned motherboard to make informed purchasing decisions.
Intel Socket 370 Memory Support
RAM compatibility and speeds
Memory support specifications for the Celeron 1200 define which RAM types and speeds are compatible. Faster memory can significantly improve CPU benchmark performance, especially in memory-intensive applications and gaming. The memory controller integrated into the Celeron 1200 determines maximum supported speeds and channels. Dual-channel or quad-channel memory configurations can double or quadruple memory bandwidth, providing noticeable performance gains in content creation and scientific workloads.
Intel's Celeron 1200 Integrated Graphics
Built-in GPU specifications
The Intel Celeron 1200 includes integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a dedicated GPU in basic computing scenarios. Integrated graphics are ideal for office productivity, video playback, and light gaming. While not designed for demanding GPU benchmarks, the iGPU in the Celeron 1200 provides hardware video encoding and decoding capabilities. This makes the processor suitable for compact builds, HTPCs, and systems where power efficiency is prioritized over gaming performance.
Product Information
Release and pricing details
The Intel Celeron 1200 is manufactured by Intel and represents their commitment to delivering competitive CPU performance. Understanding the release date and pricing helps contextualize benchmark comparisons with other processors from the same generation. Launch pricing provides a baseline for evaluating value, though street prices often differ. Whether you're building a new system or upgrading, the Celeron 1200 by Intel offers a specific balance of performance, features, and cost within Intel's product lineup.
About Intel Celeron 1200
The Intel Celeron 1200 is an end-of-life desktop processor from Intel. It belongs to the Celeron (Tualatin) generation and uses the P6 architecture, built by Intel on a 130 nm process with 44 million transistors and a die size of 80 mm². The part has 1 core and 1 thread, a base clock of 1200.00, no boost clock, and a TDP of 30. It uses Intel Socket 370. The fact pack lists no benchmark entries, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile versus all CPUs of 50; the nearestRivals array is empty. Without rival-scored data, this analysis is based on the listed technical profile. Its launch MSRP was $103.
How It Compares
The nearestRivals array is empty. No rival names, scores, or deltaPct values are present, so a rival-by-rival comparison cannot be written from the data. The single comparative indicator is percentileVsAllCpus = 50. That is a midpoint position in the database's all-CPU distribution. Because the average benchmark score is 0 and the benchmarks array is empty, the 50th percentile is not accompanied by a nonzero measured score; the data provides the rank and the score as separate fields without linking them to measurements. Therefore, the Celeron 1200’s position is mid-list in the dataset, but not quantified against any named rival.
Who Should Consider It
Workload recommendations must be grounded in the core and thread data. The Celeron 1200 has 1 core and 1 thread, so it can engage only one hardware thread. Single-threaded tasks are the only mode directly supported by the hardware structure. For gaming, no game benchmark scores are listed; the processor’s base clock of 1200.00 and motherboard-dependent graphics mean display output depends on the chipset, and the dataset does not contain game results. For content creation, multi-threaded renderers or encoders would have no extra threads to use; the data shows no creation scores. For office work, simple single-thread workloads align with the 1-thread design, but the dataset does not include office benchmarks, so responsiveness cannot be measured from the provided facts. The TDP of 30, desktop market segment, and 32 KB L1 / 256 KB L2 cache define the part as a low-complexity desktop component; the empty benchmark list is the key limitation for any workload evaluation.
Benchmark Performance
Benchmark results are effectively absent. The benchmarks array is empty, and the average benchmark score is 0. The only numeric performance position is percentileVsAllCpus = 50. There are no nearestRivals entries, so no deltaPct values exist to state how far ahead or behind any rival the processor is. The term “ahead” cannot be used because no rival scores are present. The processor’s clock data is the one concrete performance reference: base clock 1200.00 and no boost clock. With 1 thread, the data does not permit a multi-thread score estimate. The 50th-percentile field could be read as a median position, but the 0 average score means no measured result supports that position. In short, the fact pack records no performance deltas, and this section can only report that absence plus the clock and thread structure.
FAQ
Q: How many cores and threads does the Intel Celeron 1200 have?
A: It has 1 core and 1 thread, making it a single-core, single-thread desktop processor.
Q: What is the processor’s base clock and boost clock?
A: The base clock is 1200.00; the boost clock field is null, so no boost frequency is listed.
Q: What socket and architecture are listed?
A: The socket is Intel Socket 370, the architecture is P6, and the codename is Tualatin.
Q: What memory specifications are recorded?
A: Memory support is listed as “unknown, depends on motherboard”; the memory bus is single-channel; memory bandwidth is not provided; ECC memory support is false.
Q: What are the cache sizes and process details?
A: L1 cache is 32 KB, L2 cache is 256 KB, and no L3 cache is listed. The process node is 130 nm with 44 million transistors and an 80 mm² die size.
Q: Does the processor have integrated graphics and an unlocked multiplier?
A: Integrated graphics are listed as “On certain motherboards (Chipset feature),” and the multiplierUnlocked field is false.
Platform and Compatibility
The Celeron 1200 is a desktop-market processor on Intel Socket 370. It uses the P6 architecture, codename Tualatin, and is produced by Intel on a 130 nm process. The die contains 44 million transistors over an 80 mm² area. The cache configuration is 32 KB L1 and 256 KB L2; no L3 cache is present in the data. Memory support depends on the motherboard, per the memorySupport field, and the memory bus is single-channel. ECC memory is not supported. The PCIe field is null, so no PCIe version or lane availability is listed. Integrated graphics are listed as a chipset feature on certain motherboards, not as a CPU component. The multiplierUnlocked field is false, so the processor is not listed as unlocked. Production status is end-of-life, and no release date is listed. The part number field is SL5XSSL5Y5SL656SL68PSL6C8SL6JSSL6RP. For upgrade path, the data records only the Socket 370 socket and motherboard-dependent memory support; no other socket or platform is identified.
Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior
The Celeron 1200 has 1 core and 1 thread. This makes the single-thread case simple: the processor can run exactly one hardware thread, and the base clock of 1200.00 is the only frequency data for that thread. No boost clock is listed, so the data provides no higher single-thread frequency. Multi-thread behavior is structurally limited. With 1 thread, there is no second thread to assign work to, so any workload that relies on thread-level parallelism cannot scale within this package. The 50th-percentile rank versus all CPUs is the only comparative marker, but the empty benchmark array and 0 average benchmark score mean there is no measured single-thread or multi-thread score to analyze. The L1 cache is 32 KB and L2 is 256 KB, giving that single thread a modest local cache pool. The single-channel memory bus and false ECC support complete the memory environment. In the absence of benchmark scores, the base clock and thread count are the primary descriptors of behavior.
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