Celeron G3930TE vs Core i3-5020U
Celeron G3930TE
Core i3-5020U
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Celeron G3930TE is positioned at rank 403 and the Core i3-5020U is on rank 598, so the Celeron G3930TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-5020U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Core i3-5020U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($29) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Core i3-5020U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Core i3-5020U
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.
Core i3-5020U
The Core i3-5020U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,232 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3930TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-5020U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930TE versus 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-5020U — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Celeron G3930TE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Celeron G3930TE uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-5020U uses Broadwell-U (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3930TE scores 2,218 against the Core i3-5020U's 2,232 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-5020U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 548 vs 600, a 9.1% lead for the Core i3-5020U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 948 vs 1,200 (23.5% advantage for the Core i3-5020U). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3930TE vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-5020U.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i3-5020U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+23% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+23% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Broadwell-U (2015) |
| PassMark | 2,218 | 2,232 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 548 | 600+9% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 948 | 1,200+27% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3930TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-5020U uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930TE versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-5020U — the Celeron G3930TE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3930TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G3930TE) vs 12 (Core i3-5020U) — the Celeron G3930TE offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930TE) and Broadwell-U (Core i3-5020U).
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i3-5020U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G3930TE) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-5020U). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 610 (Celeron G3930TE) and Intel HD Graphics 5500 (Core i3-5020U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930TE targets Budget, Core i3-5020U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930TE rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i3-5020U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | Intel HD Graphics 5500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Laptop |
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