Celeron G3900TE vs Core i5-10400F
Celeron G3900TE
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 G3900TE is positioned at rank #467 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 G3900TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+211%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ 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 G3900TE and Core i5-10400F
Celeron G3900TE
The Celeron G3900TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $42.
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 G3900TE 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 2.3 GHz on the Celeron G3900TE versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 60.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F. The Celeron G3900TE uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3900TE scores 1,850 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 150.3% lead for the Core i5-10400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 514 vs 1,454, a 95.5% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 903 vs 5,783 (146% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3900TE vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 4.3 GHz+87% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 12 MB (total)+500% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 1,850 | 13,029+604% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 514 | 1,454+183% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 903 | 5,783+540% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3900TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H110,Q170 (Celeron G3900TE) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Celeron G3900TE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900TE targets Embedded, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900TE rivals Pentium G4400T; Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 510 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Embedded | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3900TE launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($45 vs $102), the Celeron G3900TE is $57 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G3900TE delivers 41.1 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 102.6% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-74% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45-56% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.1 | 127.7+211% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2020 |
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