Celeron 4305U vs Celeron G1620

Celeron 4305U

2 Cores2 Thrd15 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2019

Celeron G1620

2 Cores2 Thrd55 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 4305U

2 / 2

1,562

0.0%

1,586

+1.5%

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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 4305U is positioned at rank 109 and the Celeron G1620 is on rank 590, so the Celeron 4305U 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 4305U

#31

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

97%

#97

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

282%

#98

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

278%

#99

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

255%

#100

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

254%

#101

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

251%

#103

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

243%

#104

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

233%

#105

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

232%

#106

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

226%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

100%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

99%

#114

Core i3-4100M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $99

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1620

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10220%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9657%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7012%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2112%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1673%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1464%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

838%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

827%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

753%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

753%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

745%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

725%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

715%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

712%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

705%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

99%

#590

Celeron G1620

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

100%

#591

Core i5-7600T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $60

100%

#593

Core i3-7300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $128

98%

#594

Celeron G1830

MSRP: $52|Avg: $5

98%

#596

Core i3-4160

MSRP: $117|Avg: $52

98%

#598

FX-8350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $130

98%

#599

Athlon X4 760K

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#600

Core i5-6400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $57

98%

#602

Pentium G3460T

MSRP: $69|Avg: N/A

97%

#603

Core i3-6300

MSRP: $147|Avg: $99

97%

#604

Core i5-6402P

MSRP: $182|Avg: $120

96%

#605

Athlon II X4 620e

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 4305U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 4305U	Celeron G1620
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($107)	✅ More affordable ($40)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron G1620 (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 4305U	Celeron G1620
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+172%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($107)	✅ More affordable ($40)

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 4305U Benchmark Check

Celeron G1620 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 4305U and Celeron G1620

Celeron 4305U

The Celeron 4305U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,562 points. Launch price was $107.

Celeron G1620

The Celeron G1620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 December 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) 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 (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,586 points. Launch price was $208.

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Processing Power

Both the Celeron 4305U and Celeron G1620 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Celeron 4305U versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G1620 — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Celeron G1620 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Celeron 4305U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron G1620 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 4305U scores 1,562 against the Celeron G1620's 1,586 — a 1.5% lead for the Celeron G1620. Both processors carry 2 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Celeron 4305U	Celeron G1620
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	2.7 GHz+23%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	2.7 GHz+23%
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	2 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,562	1,586+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	441
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	760

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 4305U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G1620 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Celeron 4305U versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1620 — the Celeron 4305U supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 4305U supports up to 64 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Whiskey Lake-U (Celeron 4305U) and H77,B75,Z77,H61,P67,Z68 (Celeron G1620).

Feature	Celeron 4305U	Celeron G1620
Socket	FCBGA1528	LGA1155
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	2133+71000%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	64	32 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron 4305U) vs VT-x, EPT (Celeron G1620). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron 4305U) and Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1) (Celeron G1620) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 4305U targets Budget, Celeron G1620 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron 4305U rivals Pentium Gold 5405U; Celeron G1620 rivals Pentium G2030.

Feature	Celeron 4305U	Celeron G1620
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics 610	Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1)
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	true	VT-x, EPT
Target Use	Budget	Desktop