Celeron G3900 vs Phenom II X4 910e
Celeron G3900
Phenom II X4 910e
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Celeron G3900 is positioned at rank 419 and the Phenom II X4 910e is on rank 927, so the Celeron G3900 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3900
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 910e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($39) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+77%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($39) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) |
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 G3900 and Phenom II X4 910e
Celeron G3900
The Celeron G3900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,155 points. Launch price was $42.
Phenom II X4 910e
The Phenom II X4 910e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,148 points. Launch price was $157.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3900 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Phenom II X4 910e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X4 910e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Celeron G3900 versus 2.6 GHz on the Phenom II X4 910e — a 7.4% clock advantage for the Celeron G3900 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Celeron G3900 uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Phenom II X4 910e uses Deneb (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3900 scores 2,155 against the Phenom II X4 910e's 2,148 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G3900. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Celeron G3900 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X4 910e.
| Feature | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+8% | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+8% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 6 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Deneb (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,155 | 2,148 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 680 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,250 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3900 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X4 910e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron G3900 versus DDR3-1333 on the Phenom II X4 910e — the Celeron G3900 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3900 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G3900) vs 0 (Phenom II X4 910e) — the Celeron G3900 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133+33% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3900) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X4 910e). The Celeron G3900 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Phenom II X4 910e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900 targets Desktop, Phenom II X4 910e targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900 rivals Pentium G4400.
| Feature | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 510 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3900 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Phenom II X4 910e debuted at $157. At current prices ($39 vs $69), the Celeron G3900 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G3900 delivers 55.3 pts/$ vs 31.1 pts/$ for the Phenom II X4 910e — making the Celeron G3900 the 55.9% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G3900 | Phenom II X4 910e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-73% | $157 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $39-43% | $69 |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.3+78% | 31.1 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2010 |
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