Celeron G440 vs Athlon II X2 220
Celeron G440
Athlon II X2 220
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 G440 is positioned at rank 625 and the Athlon II X2 220 is on rank 561, so the Athlon II X2 220 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G440
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 220
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+98%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 G440 and Athlon II X2 220
Celeron G440
The Celeron G440 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,035 points. Launch price was $45.
Athlon II X2 220
The Athlon II X2 220 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,046 points. Launch price was $32.
Processing Power
The Celeron G440 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Athlon II X2 220 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X2 220 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Celeron G440 versus 2.8 GHz on the Athlon II X2 220 — a 54.5% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 220 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Celeron G440 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X2 220 uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G440 scores 1,035 against the Athlon II X2 220's 1,046 — a 1.1% lead for the Athlon II X2 220. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 285, a 5.1% lead for the Celeron G440 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 1 MB on the Celeron G440 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 220.
| Feature | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 2 / 2+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz+75% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz+75% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,035 | 1,046+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300+5% | 285 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 500 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G440 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X2 220 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G440 versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 220 — the Athlon II X2 220 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G440 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G440) vs 0 (Athlon II X2 220) — the Celeron G440 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G440) and AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 220).
| Feature | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+209715100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G440) vs true (Athlon II X2 220). The Celeron G440 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Athlon II X2 220 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G440 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G440 rivals Pentium G630; Athlon II X2 220 rivals Pentium E5500.
| Feature | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G440 launched at $37 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 220 debuted at $32. At current prices ($5 vs $10), the Celeron G440 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G440 delivers 207.0 pts/$ vs 104.6 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 220 — making the Celeron G440 the 65.7% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G440 | Athlon II X2 220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37 | $32-14% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-50% | $10 |
| Performance per Dollar | 207.0+98% | 104.6 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2010 |
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