CPU
GPU
Celeron E3400
Celeron G470
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 E3400 is positioned at rank 727 and the Celeron G470 is on rank 542, so the Celeron G470 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron E3400
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G470
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 E3400 and Celeron G470
Celeron E3400
The Celeron E3400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,220 points. Launch price was $76.
Celeron G470
The Celeron G470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,225 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron E3400 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron G470 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron E3400 has 1 more core. The Celeron E3400 is built on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron E3400 scores 1,220 against the Celeron G470's 1,225 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G470. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 347 vs 300, a 14.5% lead for the Celeron E3400 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron E3400 vs 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G470.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+30% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | — |
| PassMark | 1,220 | 1,225 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 347+16% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 624 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron E3400 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G470 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Celeron E3400 versus DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G470 — the Celeron E3400 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G470 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron E3400) vs 16 (Celeron G470) — the Celeron G470 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: G31,G41,P35,P45 (Celeron E3400) and H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G470).
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+35433% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 32 GB+419430300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron E3400) vs VT-x (Celeron G470). The Celeron G470 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Celeron E3400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron E3400 targets Budget, Celeron G470 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron E3400 rivals Pentium E5200; Celeron G470 rivals Pentium G630.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron E3400 launched at $53 MSRP, while the Celeron G470 debuted at $35. At current prices ($15 vs $10), the Celeron G470 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron E3400 delivers 81.3 pts/$ vs 122.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G470 — making the Celeron G470 the 40.4% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron E3400 | Celeron G470 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53 | $35-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3 | 122.5+51% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2013 |
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