A4-3420 vs Celeron N2815
A4-3420
Celeron N2815
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The A4-3420 is positioned at rank 875 and the Celeron N2815 is on rank 405, so the Celeron N2815 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A4-3420
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2815
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A4-3420 | Celeron N2815 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A4-3420 | Celeron N2815 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A4-3420 and Celeron N2815
A4-3420
The A4-3420 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,067 points. Launch price was $50.
Celeron N2815
The Celeron N2815 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,068 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
Both the A4-3420 and Celeron N2815 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the A4-3420 versus 2.13 GHz on the Celeron N2815 — a 27.2% clock advantage for the A4-3420 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). The A4-3420 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron N2815 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A4-3420 scores 1,067 against the Celeron N2815's 1,068 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron N2815. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A4-3420 vs 1 MB on the Celeron N2815.
| Feature | A4-3420 | Celeron N2815 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+31% | 2.13 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+51% | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,067 | 1,068 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 500 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A4-3420 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N2815 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A4-3420 versus 1066 on the Celeron N2815 — the Celeron N2815 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4-3420 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A4-3420) vs 4 (Celeron N2815) — the A4-3420 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75,A85X (A4-3420) and FCBGA1170 (Celeron N2815).
| Feature | A4-3420 | Celeron N2815 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1066+35433% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+419430300% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+300% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A4-3420) vs true (Celeron N2815). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6410D (A4-3420) and Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Celeron N2815) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4-3420 targets Entry Desktop. Direct competitor: A4-3420 rivals Pentium G630; Celeron N2815 rivals AMD A4-1250.
| Feature | A4-3420 | Celeron N2815 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6410D | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Entry Desktop | — |
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