CPU
GPU
Celeron 5205U
Celeron N2805
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 Celeron 5205U is positioned at rank 1231 and the Celeron N2805 is on rank 250, so the Celeron N2805 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 5205U
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2805
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 5205U | Celeron N2805 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 5205U | Celeron N2805 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Celeron 5205U and Celeron N2805
Celeron 5205U
The Celeron 5205U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 October 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,432 points. Launch price was $107.
Celeron N2805
The Celeron N2805 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 September 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 1.46 GHz, with boost up to 1.46 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.3 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,430 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 5205U and Celeron N2805 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 5205U versus 1.46 GHz on the Celeron N2805 — a 26.2% clock advantage for the Celeron 5205U (base: 1.9 GHz vs 1.46 GHz). The Celeron 5205U uses the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron N2805 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 5205U scores 1,432 against the Celeron N2805's 1,430 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron 5205U. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 5205U vs 0 kB on the Celeron N2805.
| Feature | Celeron 5205U | Celeron N2805 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz+30% | 1.46 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz+30% | 1.46 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,432 | 1,430 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 385 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 650 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 5205U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N2805 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Celeron 5205U versus 1066 on the Celeron N2805 — the Celeron N2805 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 5205U supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Celeron 5205U) vs 1 (Celeron N2805). PCIe lanes: 12 (Celeron 5205U) vs 4 (Celeron N2805) — the Celeron 5205U offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Comet Lake-U (Celeron 5205U) and FCBGA1170 (Celeron N2805).
| Feature | Celeron 5205U | Celeron N2805 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | 1066+26550% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+1677721500% | 4 |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12+200% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 5205U) vs true (Celeron N2805). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics (Comet Lake) (Celeron 5205U) and Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Celeron N2805) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 5205U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 5205U rivals Pentium Gold 6405U; Celeron N2805 rivals AMD E1-2100.
| Feature | Celeron 5205U | Celeron N2805 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics (Comet Lake) | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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