Celeron G3930TE vs Core i7-3555LE
Celeron G3930TE
Core i7-3555LE
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Celeron G3930TE is positioned at rank 403 and the Core i7-3555LE is on rank 1150, so the Celeron G3930TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3555LE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+857%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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 i7-3555LE
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 i7-3555LE
The Core i7-3555LE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,238 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Celeron G3930TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i7-3555LE's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930TE versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-3555LE — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-3555LE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Celeron G3930TE uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3555LE uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3930TE scores 2,218 against the Core i7-3555LE's 2,238 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i7-3555LE. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3930TE vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-3555LE.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+8% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,218 | 2,238 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 548 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 948 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3930TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3555LE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron G3930TE) / not specified (Core i7-3555LE). The Celeron G3930TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Core i7-3555LE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930TE rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G3930TE launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i7-3555LE debuted at $300. At current prices ($29 vs $280), the Celeron G3930TE is $251 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G3930TE delivers 76.5 pts/$ vs 8.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-3555LE — making the Celeron G3930TE the 162.2% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G3930TE | Core i7-3555LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-86% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $29-90% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 76.5+856% | 8.0 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2012 |
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