Celeron G3920 vs Celeron G5905T
Celeron G3920
Celeron G5905T
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 G3920 is positioned at rank #364 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 G3920
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5905T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 G3920 and Celeron G5905T
Celeron G3920
The Celeron G3920 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,358 points. Launch price was $52.
Celeron G5905T
The Celeron G5905T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,356 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron G3920 and Celeron G5905T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Celeron G3920 is built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron G3920 scores 2,358 against the Celeron G5905T's 2,356 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron G3920. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 699 vs 748, a 6.8% lead for the Celeron G5905T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 948 vs 750 (23.3% advantage for the Celeron G3920). L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Celeron G3920 vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905T.
| Feature | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.3 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | — |
| PassMark | 2,358 | 2,356 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 699 | 748+7% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 948+26% | 750 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3920 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5905T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Celeron G5905T 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,B150,H170,Z170 (Celeron G3920) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5905T).
| Feature | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| 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 virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 510 (Celeron G3920) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G5905T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3920 targets Budget, Celeron G5905T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3920 rivals Pentium G4400; Celeron G5905T rivals Pentium Gold G6405T.
| Feature | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 510 | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3920 launched at $40 MSRP, while the Celeron G5905T debuted at $50. At current prices ($30 vs $50), the Celeron G3920 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G3920 delivers 78.6 pts/$ vs 47.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G5905T — making the Celeron G3920 the 50.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G3920 | Celeron G5905T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40-20% | $50 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 78.6+67% | 47.1 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2020 |
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