Celeron G1820TE
VS
Core i5-560UM

Celeron G1820TE vs Core i5-560UM

Intel

Celeron G1820TE

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2013
VS
Intel

Core i5-560UM

2 Cores4 Thrd18 WWMax: 2.13 GHz2010

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 G1820TE is positioned at rank 679 and the Core i5-560UM is on rank 1224, so the Celeron G1820TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1820TE

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
12224%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
11551%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
8387%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
2527%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
2001%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
1751%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
1003%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
990%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
901%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
901%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
891%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
867%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
855%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
851%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
844%
#679
Celeron G1820TE
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#680
Pentium G3420T
MSRP: $75|Avg: $40
100%
#681
Core i5-3570
MSRP: $194|Avg: $35
100%
#682
Pentium G3450T
MSRP: $75|Avg: $45
100%
#683
Celeron E3200
MSRP: $43|Avg: $5
99%
#684
Core i5-3470
MSRP: $184|Avg: $55
99%
#685
Core i5-3450S
MSRP: $174|Avg: $20
99%
#686
Core i7-5820K
MSRP: $389|Avg: $103
99%
#687
Core i3-4330
MSRP: $138|Avg: $60
99%
#689
Core i7-7700T
MSRP: $303|Avg: $75
97%
#690
Core i3-4150T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $30
97%
#691
Core i7-3770S
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
97%
#692
Core i7-6800K
MSRP: $434|Avg: $120
97%
#693
Core i5-4670S
MSRP: $213|Avg: $30
97%
#694
Core i5-3550
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560UM

#1212
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
7227%
#1213
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
7121%
#1214
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
6537%
#1215
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
6507%
#1216
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
6448%
#1218
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
6227%
#1219
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
5970%
#1220
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
5961%
#1221
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
5800%
#1224
Core i5-560UM
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
100%
#1225
Core i7-660UM
MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A
99%
#1226
C-30
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
99%
#1228
Core i7-620UM
MSRP: $278|Avg: N/A
97%
#1230
Celeron 570
MSRP: $134|Avg: $15
93%
#1231
Core i7-820QM
MSRP: $546|Avg: N/A
82%
#1233
Core Duo T2700
MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A
69%
#1235
Pentium SU4100
MSRP: $289|Avg: $15
58%
#1236
Core Solo T1400
MSRP: $200|Avg: $5
53%
#1237
Core i7-940XM
MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A
51%
#1238
Core Solo T1350
MSRP: $200|Avg: $70
50%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Celeron G1820TE delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i5-560UM in both compute-intensive tasks (0.5% faster) and gaming workloads.
InsightCeleron G1820TECore i5-560UM
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($250)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCeleron G1820TECore i5-560UM
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($250)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 G1820TE and Core i5-560UM

Intel

Celeron G1820TE

The Celeron G1820TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,020 points. Launch price was $69.

Intel

Core i5-560UM

The Core i5-560UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,015 points. Launch price was $250.

Processing Power

The Celeron G1820TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-560UM's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Celeron G1820TE versus 2.13 GHz on the Core i5-560UM — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Celeron G1820TE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.33 GHz). The Celeron G1820TE uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-560UM uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G1820TE scores 1,020 against the Core i5-560UM's 1,015 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron G1820TE. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Celeron G1820TE vs 3 MB on the Core i5-560UM.

FeatureCeleron G1820TECore i5-560UM
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
2 / 4
Boost Clock
2.2 GHz+3%
2.13 GHz
Base Clock
2.2 GHz+65%
1.33 GHz
L3 Cache
3 MB (total)
3 MB
L2 Cache
256 kB (per core)
512 kB+100%
Process
22 nm-31%
32 nm
Architecture
Haswell (2013−2015)
Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark
1,020
1,015
Geekbench 6 Single
415
Geekbench 6 Multi
629
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G1820TE uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-560UM uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1820TE versus 800 on the Core i5-560UM — the Core i5-560UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1820TE supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1820TE) and HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-560UM).

FeatureCeleron G1820TECore i5-560UM
Socket
LGA1150
BGA1288
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1333
800+26567%
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB+419430300%
8
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
16
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G1820TE) vs true (Core i5-560UM). Both include integrated graphics HD Graphics (Haswell) (Celeron G1820TE) and Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-560UM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1820TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G1820TE rivals Pentium G3220T; Core i5-560UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.

FeatureCeleron G1820TECore i5-560UM
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
HD Graphics (Haswell)
Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x
true
Target Use
Budget