Celeron G3900TE vs Core i7-740QM
Celeron G3900TE
Core i7-740QM
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 G3900TE is positioned at rank 467 and the Core i7-740QM is on rank 1209, so the Celeron G3900TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3900TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-740QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+744%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
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 i7-740QM
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 i7-740QM
The Core i7-740QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.73 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,842 points. Launch price was $546.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3900TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i7-740QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-740QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Celeron G3900TE versus 2.93 GHz on the Core i7-740QM — a 24.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-740QM. The Celeron G3900TE uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-740QM uses Clarksfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3900TE scores 1,850 against the Core i7-740QM's 1,842 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G3900TE. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3900TE vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-740QM.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.93 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.73 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Clarksfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,850 | 1,842 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 514 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 903 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3900TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-740QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron G3900TE versus 1333 on the Core i7-740QM — the Core i7-740QM supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3900TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 155.6% 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 PM55,HM55,QM57 (Core i7-740QM).
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | 1333+33225% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+838860700% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3900TE) vs true (Core i7-740QM). The Celeron G3900TE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Core i7-740QM requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900TE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900TE rivals Pentium G4400T; Core i7-740QM rivals Core 2 Quad Q9000.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 510 | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3900TE launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i7-740QM debuted at $378.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-89% | $378 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | — |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2010 |
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