Celeron G1620 vs Core i5-3339Y
Celeron G1620
Core i5-3339Y
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 G1620 is positioned at rank 590 and the Core i5-3339Y is on rank 412, so the Core i5-3339Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1620
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3339Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G1620 | Core i5-3339Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G1620 | Core i5-3339Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 G1620 and Core i5-3339Y
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.
Core i5-3339Y
The Core i5-3339Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,589 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Celeron G1620 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-3339Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G1620 versus 2 GHz on the Core i5-3339Y — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Celeron G1620 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). Both are built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Celeron G1620 scores 1,586 against the Core i5-3339Y's 1,589 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-3339Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 441 vs 368, a 18% lead for the Celeron G1620 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 760 vs 707 (7.2% advantage for the Celeron G1620). L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1620 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-3339Y.
| Feature | Celeron G1620 | Core i5-3339Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+35% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+80% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,586 | 1,589 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 441+20% | 368 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 760+7% | 707 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G1620 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3339Y uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1620 versus 1600 on the Core i5-3339Y — the Core i5-3339Y supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H77,B75,Z77,H61,P67,Z68 (Celeron G1620) and HM76,UM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i5-3339Y).
| Feature | Celeron G1620 | Core i5-3339Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+104857500% | 32 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Celeron G1620) vs true (Core i5-3339Y). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1) (Celeron G1620) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i5-3339Y) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1620 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G1620 rivals Pentium G2030; Core i5-3339Y rivals AMD A8-4555M.
| Feature | Celeron G1620 | Core i5-3339Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1) | Intel HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | true |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
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