Celeron G1610 vs Core i5-10400F
Celeron G1610
Core i5-10400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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. The Celeron G1610 is positioned at rank #531 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 G1610
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+143%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ 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 G1610 and Core i5-10400F
Celeron G1610
The Celeron G1610 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 1,550 points. Launch price was $388.
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 G1610 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 2.6 GHz on the Celeron G1610 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 49.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Celeron G1610 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G1610 scores 1,550 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 157.5% lead for the Core i5-10400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 456 vs 1,454, a 104.5% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 778 vs 5,783 (152.6% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1610 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 4.3 GHz+65% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.9 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+500% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 1,550 | 13,029+741% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 456 | 1,454+219% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 778 | 5,783+643% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G1610 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1610 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400F — the Core i5-10400F supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Celeron G1610) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G1610) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-10400F). The Celeron G1610 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1610 targets Budget, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron G1610 rivals Pentium G2020; Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G1610 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($5 vs $102), the Celeron G1610 is $97 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G1610 delivers 310.0 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Celeron G1610 the 83.3% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G1610 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-74% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-95% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 310.0+143% | 127.7 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2020 |
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