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No, they are not the same physically.

No, they are not the same physically.

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Sharpie949
Junior Member
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04-27-2022, 10:22 PM
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I've been considering replacing my Celeron CPU with a Pentium in another laptop. Is it possible?
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Sharpie949
04-27-2022, 10:22 PM #1

I've been considering replacing my Celeron CPU with a Pentium in another laptop. Is it possible?

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FORIS12
Member
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05-07-2022, 08:32 AM
#2
You must identify your specific Celeron model and the Pentium’s socket type before proceeding. Some chips come with desktops, others are permanently attached to the motherboard. Swapping one is simple, while replacing another can be quite challenging.
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FORIS12
05-07-2022, 08:32 AM #2

You must identify your specific Celeron model and the Pentium’s socket type before proceeding. Some chips come with desktops, others are permanently attached to the motherboard. Swapping one is simple, while replacing another can be quite challenging.

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Domarus
Member
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05-13-2022, 03:59 AM
#3
For a socketed laptop, the issue is uncommon since such problems became rare after the Core 2 Duo era and disappeared after the third generation Core i. Celeron and Pentium models are still available up to generation 7 or 8, assuming you're correct.
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Domarus
05-13-2022, 03:59 AM #3

For a socketed laptop, the issue is uncommon since such problems became rare after the Core 2 Duo era and disappeared after the third generation Core i. Celeron and Pentium models are still available up to generation 7 or 8, assuming you're correct.

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COLIN20052012
Posting Freak
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05-13-2022, 05:53 AM
#4
The first device is an Intel Celeron 1017U, while the second is an Intel Pentium Dual Core processor P6100.
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COLIN20052012
05-13-2022, 05:53 AM #4

The first device is an Intel Celeron 1017U, while the second is an Intel Pentium Dual Core processor P6100.

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Shedi
Junior Member
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05-23-2022, 08:25 AM
#5
You're not allowed to exchange the CPUs. The Celeron 1017U uses a BGA1023 chip, which isn't compatible with standard sockets.
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Shedi
05-23-2022, 08:25 AM #5

You're not allowed to exchange the CPUs. The Celeron 1017U uses a BGA1023 chip, which isn't compatible with standard sockets.

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zoestar6
Junior Member
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05-23-2022, 03:24 PM
#6
Great news, you can replace the Pentium CPU with an i3 or i5. The Celeron is already installed. Swapping a Celeron for a Pentium isn't advisable, as both are poor choices.
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zoestar6
05-23-2022, 03:24 PM #6

Great news, you can replace the Pentium CPU with an i3 or i5. The Celeron is already installed. Swapping a Celeron for a Pentium isn't advisable, as both are poor choices.

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UnversedCake
Junior Member
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05-28-2022, 05:46 AM
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It’s not accurate at all, since performance hinges on the workload. The Intel® Pentium® Gold G6605 Processor (4M Cache, 4.30 GHz) is hyperthreaded and would suit office tasks or a media box in a compact case with limited airflow. A dual-core chip with hyper-threading works well for average users who stream Netflix, browse Facebook, or play music via Spotify. Applying a Windows update could actually reduce performance. While older Pentiums and Celerons might struggle with modern demands, Intel still has its niche. Edit: looking at Intel ARK it’s comparable to an I3 from 2017—generally not too bad. Edited June 3, 2021 by 0591ryan
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UnversedCake
05-28-2022, 05:46 AM #7

It’s not accurate at all, since performance hinges on the workload. The Intel® Pentium® Gold G6605 Processor (4M Cache, 4.30 GHz) is hyperthreaded and would suit office tasks or a media box in a compact case with limited airflow. A dual-core chip with hyper-threading works well for average users who stream Netflix, browse Facebook, or play music via Spotify. Applying a Windows update could actually reduce performance. While older Pentiums and Celerons might struggle with modern demands, Intel still has its niche. Edit: looking at Intel ARK it’s comparable to an I3 from 2017—generally not too bad. Edited June 3, 2021 by 0591ryan

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mistymairu
Member
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05-28-2022, 12:19 PM
#8
Discussing OP CPUs isn't worth the swap. Old i3 and i5 are very affordable, but if the laptop can handle it, it'll be a better upgrade. Celeron, Pentium, i3 are just labels; once I3 became Celeron.
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mistymairu
05-28-2022, 12:19 PM #8

Discussing OP CPUs isn't worth the swap. Old i3 and i5 are very affordable, but if the laptop can handle it, it'll be a better upgrade. Celeron, Pentium, i3 are just labels; once I3 became Celeron.

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Adabelle
Senior Member
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05-29-2022, 08:19 AM
#9
In the context of earlier systems, yes—they were really low-quality parts. I assumed we were drawing broad conclusions about Pentiums and Celerons.
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Adabelle
05-29-2022, 08:19 AM #9

In the context of earlier systems, yes—they were really low-quality parts. I assumed we were drawing broad conclusions about Pentiums and Celerons.