Celeron 6305 vs Core i5-10400F
Celeron 6305
Core i5-10400F
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. The Celeron 6305 is positioned at rank #897 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 6305
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+392%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
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 6305 and Core i5-10400F
Celeron 6305
The Celeron 6305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 2.5 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,077 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-10400F
The Core i5-10400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.
Processing Power
The Celeron 6305 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-10400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10400F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 82% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F. The Celeron 6305 uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 6305 scores 2,077 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 145% lead for the Core i5-10400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 744 vs 1,454, a 64.6% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,236 vs 5,783 (129.6% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron 6305 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 4.3 GHz+139% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB+900% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 2,077 | 13,029+527% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 744 | 1,454+95% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,236 | 5,783+368% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 6305 uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron 6305) vs 16 (Core i5-10400F) — the Core i5-10400F offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Tiger Lake-U (Celeron 6305) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1449 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Celeron 6305 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 6305 targets Budget, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505; Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics for 11th Gen | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 6305 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($80 vs $102), the Celeron 6305 is $22 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 6305 delivers 26.0 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 132.4% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 6305 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-33% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-22% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.0 | 127.7+391% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2020 |
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