Celeron G3930TE vs Celeron J3455E
Celeron G3930TE
Celeron J3455E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 G3930TE is positioned at rank #403 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930TE
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($29) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($29) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 G3930TE and Celeron J3455E
Celeron G3930TE
The Celeron G3930TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: DDR4-2133, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,218 points. Launch price was $42.
Celeron J3455E
The Celeron J3455E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,193 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3930TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron J3455E offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J3455E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930TE versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455E — a 16% clock advantage for the Celeron G3930TE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Celeron G3930TE is built on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron G3930TE scores 2,218 against the Celeron J3455E's 2,193 — a 1.1% lead for the Celeron G3930TE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 548 vs 450, a 19.6% lead for the Celeron G3930TE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 948 vs 850 (10.9% advantage for the Celeron G3930TE). Both processors carry 2 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+17% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+80% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 2,218+1% | 2,193 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 548+22% | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 948+12% | 850 |
Memory & Platform
Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Celeron G3930TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G3930TE) vs 6 (Celeron J3455E) — the Celeron G3930TE offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930TE) and N/A (SoC) (Celeron J3455E).
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+700% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+167% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 610 (Celeron G3930TE) and HD Graphics 500 (Celeron J3455E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930TE targets Budget, Celeron J3455E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930TE rivals Pentium G4560T; Celeron J3455E rivals Pentium J4205.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | HD Graphics 500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Low Power |
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