CPU
GPU
Atom Z2760
Celeron G1820
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 Atom Z2760 is positioned at rank 529 and the Celeron G1820 is on rank 895, so the Atom Z2760 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom Z2760
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1820
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | Celeron G1820 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cloverview (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | Celeron G1820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Atom Z2760 and Celeron G1820
Atom Z2760
The Atom Z2760 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Cloverview (2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FC-MB4760. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,697 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron G1820
The Celeron G1820 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,696 points. Launch price was $110.
Processing Power
The Atom Z2760 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G1820's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Atom Z2760 versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G1820 — a 40% clock advantage for the Celeron G1820 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Atom Z2760 uses the Cloverview (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G1820 uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z2760 scores 1,697 against the Celeron G1820's 1,696 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom Z2760. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom Z2760 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G1820.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Celeron G1820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.7 GHz+50% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.7 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Cloverview (2012) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,697 | 1,696 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 496 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 910 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom Z2760 uses the FC-MB4760 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1820 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR2-800 on the Atom Z2760 versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1820 — the Celeron G1820 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1820 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom Z2760) vs 16 (Celeron G1820) — the Celeron G1820 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA1264 (Atom Z2760) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1820).
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Celeron G1820 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FC-MB4760 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR2-800 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 32 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom Z2760) / VT-x (Celeron G1820). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3650 (Atom Z2760) and HD Graphics (Haswell) (Celeron G1820) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1820 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G1820 rivals Pentium G3220.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Celeron G1820 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3650 | HD Graphics (Haswell) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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