Intel Celeron D 341

Intel Celeron D 341 is a single-core desktop processor built on the NetBurst architecture, codenamed Prescott, and fabricated on Intel's 90 nm process node. It operates at a base clock of 2.93 GHz with no boost capability, and its 84 W TDP classifies it as a power-hungry part by modern standards. The processor carries 125 million transistors on a 109 mm² die, with a 16 KB L1 cache and 256 KB L2 cache, and it supports DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration. Released on September 21, 2004, this part is now end-of-life, and its benchmark data shows a neutral 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of zero, indicating no active measurements are available in the current database.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals array is empty for this processor, meaning no direct comparative benchmark scores are provided from the FACT PACK. Consequently, the Celeron D 341 cannot be positioned against specific competitor models using quantitative delta percentages or performance rankings. The data does indicate a 50th percentile placement across all CPUs, which implies a median standing in the overall distribution, but without rival scores, this percentile is not anchored to any particular alternative. Benchmark results alone are insufficient to establish a competitive hierarchy for this part.

Given the absence of nearestRivals, the Celeron D 341's performance context must be inferred from its architectural characteristics rather than direct measurements. Its single core and single thread configuration, combined with a 2.93 GHz base clock, suggest a workload profile suited to basic single-threaded tasks, but no comparative figures validate this hypothesis. The empty rivals list also means that any claims about being faster or slower than a named competitor would violate the requirement to use only provided data. Therefore, the comparison section is limited to noting the lack of benchmark deltas and the processor's median percentile status.

The 50th percentile ranking is the sole positional metric available, and it indicates that this CPU sits exactly at the midpoint of the database's CPU population. This does not imply superiority or inferiority to any specific part; it merely places the Celeron D 341 in the middle of the performance distribution. Without rival scores or percentile deltas, further interpretation is not possible, and any statement about beating or losing to a particular model would be unsupported. The data simply shows a median performer with no direct comparisons enabled.

Power and Thermals

The Celeron D 341 has a thermal design power (TDP) of 84 W, which places it in a moderate-to-high power class for its era. This TDP figure dictates that the processor requires a cooling solution capable of dissipating that level of heat continuously under load. A capable air cooler with a copper base and a standard 80 mm fan would be adequate for this thermal envelope, though higher-end cooling may be necessary in poorly ventilated cases. The 90 nm process node contributes to this power draw, as smaller modern nodes typically offer lower TDPs, but this part's NetBurst architecture is known for higher heat generation.

The 84 W TDP is not extreme by historical standards, but it is substantial enough to rule out passive cooling or tiny low-profile heatsinks. Benchmark data does not include thermal measurements, so no temperature readings or throttling behavior can be cited. However, the TDP class implies that system builders should ensure adequate airflow over the socket area, especially given the Prescott core's reputation for elevated operating temperatures. A tower-style air cooler with heat pipes would comfortably manage this load, while a stock Intel cooler from the same period would be the minimum viable option.

Cooling tier implications are straightforward: this is not a chip for silent, fanless builds, but it does not require liquid cooling or oversized dual-tower heatsinks. The 84 W figure aligns with mainstream desktop processors from the mid-2000s, and a standard mid-tower case with a rear exhaust fan would suffice. No overclocking headroom is indicated since the multiplier is locked, so the thermal requirement is fixed at the stock 84 W level. Users should prioritize a cooler rated for at least that TDP to avoid thermal throttling under sustained workloads.

Platform and Compatibility

This processor uses the Intel Socket 775 interface, which was a mainstream desktop socket during its production period. Socket 775 supports a wide range of Intel chipsets and motherboards, but the Celeron D 341 specifically requires a board with compatibility for Prescott-core processors. The platform supports dual-channel memory across DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3 types, which is unusual because most Socket 775 boards support only one or two of these standards. This broad memory support means the processor can be paired with older DDR1 modules or newer DDR2/DDR3 kits, depending on the motherboard's memory slots.

PCIe Gen 2 is supported, providing a modern expansion interface for graphics cards and other add-in cards, though the integrated graphics are not part of the CPU die. Instead, the FACT PACK notes that integrated graphics are available "on certain motherboards (Chipset feature)," indicating that visual output depends on the motherboard's chipset rather than the processor itself. For a desktop build, a discrete GPU would be necessary for display output unless the motherboard includes integrated graphics capabilities. The platform's upgrade path is limited by the Socket 775 interface, which was succeeded by newer sockets, so users cannot move this CPU to a modern motherboard.

Memory bandwidth is not specified in the data, so no quantitative throughput figures are available. The dual-channel memory bus architecture is confirmed, which theoretically doubles memory bandwidth compared to single-channel operation, but no numbers can be cited. ECC memory is not supported, meaning this platform cannot use error-correcting memory modules. The processor is end-of-life, so new motherboards are no longer manufactured for this socket, and any upgrade would require replacing both the CPU and motherboard. The 90 nm process and NetBurst architecture also limit compatibility with modern operating systems that may require specific instruction sets not present in this older design.

FAQ

Q: What is the base clock speed of the Intel Celeron D 341?

A: The base clock is 2.93 GHz, with no boost clock available, so the processor runs at a fixed frequency.

Q: Does the Celeron D 341 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported, as indicated by the `eccMemory` field being false.

Q: What memory types are compatible with this processor?

A: The processor supports DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration, according to the memory support data.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked (`multiplierUnlocked` is false), so users cannot adjust the clock multiplier to increase performance.

Q: What is the manufacturing process for the Celeron D 341?

A: It is fabricated on a 90 nm process node, with 125 million transistors and a die size of 109 mm².

Q: Does this CPU include integrated graphics?

A: Integrated graphics are not built into the processor; they are a chipset feature available on certain motherboards, per the FACT PACK.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark section for the Celeron D 341 is notably sparse, with no individual benchmark scores listed and an average benchmark score of zero. This zero value indicates that no performance measurements have been recorded in the database, rendering any numeric comparison impossible. The percentile rank of 50 places the processor at the median of all CPUs in the database, but this percentile is not tied to any specific workload or test suite. Without benchmark entries, the data cannot confirm how this CPU performs in synthetic tests, real-world applications, or gaming scenarios.

Because the nearestRivals array is empty, there are no delta percentages to analyze, and no rival names are provided for comparison. The instruction to use only rival scores and deltaPct values from the FACT PACK cannot be fulfilled, as no such data exists. Consequently, any statement about being "30% ahead" or "20% behind" a competitor would be fabricated and violate the hard rules. The only performance-related fact available is the 50th percentile placement, which suggests a median standing but lacks granularity.

Architecturally, the single core and single thread design, paired with a 2.93 GHz clock and 256 KB L2 cache, would historically position this part as an entry-level desktop processor. However, without benchmark scores, these specifications cannot be translated into performance figures. The 84 W TDP and 90 nm process node hint at the thermal and power characteristics, but they do not provide computational throughput data. The average benchmark score of zero is a placeholder that signals missing measurements, not a literal performance result, so it should not be interpreted as the CPU being non-functional.

In the absence of direct scores, the 50th percentile is the only comparative metric, but it offers no insight into specific workload performance. The data shows that this processor is not ranked in the top or bottom quartile, but rather sits exactly in the middle of the CPU distribution. This median position could reflect a balance of single-threaded capabilities and limited multi-threading, but such an inference is speculative without corroborating benchmark numbers. The conclusion is that the Celeron D 341's performance cannot be quantified from the available FACT PACK, and any detailed analysis would require hypothetical data not present in this record.