Celeron 1019Y vs Core i5-540UM

CPU

GPU

Celeron 1019Y

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1 GHz2013

Core i5-540UM

2 Cores4 Thrd18 WWMax: 2 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 1019Y

2 / 2

1,005

+0.3%

1,002

0.0%

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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 Celeron 1019Y is positioned at rank 441 and the Core i5-540UM is on rank 1081, so the Celeron 1019Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1019Y

#429

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

584%

#430

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

575%

#431

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

528%

#432

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

526%

#433

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

521%

#435

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

503%

#436

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

482%

#437

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

482%

#438

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

469%

#441

Celeron 1019Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-540UM

#1068

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2928%

#1069

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2885%

#1070

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2649%

#1071

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2637%

#1072

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2613%

#1074

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2523%

#1075

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2419%

#1076

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2415%

#1077

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2350%

#1080

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#1081

Core i5-540UM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1082

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1083

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

99%

#1088

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

96%

#1089

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1091

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#1092

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#1093

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1095

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i5-540UM leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron 1019Y is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.3% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Celeron 1019Y	Core i5-540UM
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Celeron 1019Y	Core i5-540UM
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Celeron 1019Y Benchmark Check

Core i5-540UM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 1019Y and Core i5-540UM

Celeron 1019Y

The Celeron 1019Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $153.

Core i5-540UM

The Core i5-540UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $250.

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Processing Power

The Celeron 1019Y packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-540UM's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1 GHz on the Celeron 1019Y versus 2 GHz on the Core i5-540UM — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-540UM (base: 1 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Celeron 1019Y uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-540UM uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1019Y scores 1,005 against the Core i5-540UM's 1,002 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron 1019Y. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 1019Y vs 3 MB on the Core i5-540UM.

Feature	Celeron 1019Y	Core i5-540UM
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1 GHz	2 GHz+100%
Base Clock	1 GHz	1.2 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark	1,005	1,002

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 1019Y uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-540UM uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1019Y versus 800 on the Core i5-540UM — the Core i5-540UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1019Y supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM77,UM77,HM76,HM75 (Celeron 1019Y) and HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-540UM).

Feature	Celeron 1019Y	Core i5-540UM
Socket	BGA1023	BGA1288
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	800+26567%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+419430300%	8
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron 1019Y) vs true (Core i5-540UM). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1019Y) and Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-540UM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 1019Y targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 1019Y rivals Pentium 2117U; Core i5-540UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.