Celeron G3900E vs Core i5-13400F
Celeron G3900E
Core i5-13400F
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 G3900E is positioned at rank #816 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 G3900E
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+139%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 G3900E and Core i5-13400F
Celeron G3900E
The Celeron G3900E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,034 points. Launch price was $107.
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3900E packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G3900E versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 62.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F. The Celeron G3900E uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3900E scores 2,034 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 169.9% lead for the Core i5-13400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 699 vs 2,407, a 110% lead for the Core i5-13400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 948 vs 11,408 (169.3% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3900E vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 10 / 16+400% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz+92% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 20 MB (total)+900% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 2,034 | 25,029+1131% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,211 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 699 | 2,407+244% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 948 | 11,408+1103% |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron G3900E versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G3900E) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Core i5-13400F offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H110,B150,H170,Z170 (Celeron G3900E) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 192 GB+200% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G3900E) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). The Celeron G3900E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 510), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900E targets Budget, Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900E rivals Pentium G4400; Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 510 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3900E launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($35 vs $180), the Celeron G3900E is $145 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G3900E delivers 58.1 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 82.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G3900E | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-45% | $196 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-81% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.1 | 139.1+139% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2023 |
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