Celeron G470 vs Core i5-10400F
Celeron G470
Core i5-10400F
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 G470 is positioned at rank #542 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 G470
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
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 G470 and Core i5-10400F
Celeron G470
The Celeron G470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,225 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-10400F
The Core i5-10400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.
Processing Power
The Celeron G470 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-10400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10400F has 5 more cores. The Core i5-10400F is built on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron G470 scores 1,225 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 165.6% lead for the Core i5-10400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 1,454, a 131.6% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G470 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 2 | 6 / 12+500% |
| Boost Clock | — | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.9 GHz+45% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 12 MB (total)+700% |
| L2 Cache | — | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | — | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 1,225 | 13,029+964% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | 1,454+385% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,783 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G470 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G470 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400F — the Core i5-10400F supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G470) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G470) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-10400F). The Celeron G470 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G470 targets Budget, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron G470 rivals Pentium G630; Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G470 launched at $35 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($10 vs $102), the Celeron G470 is $92 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G470 delivers 122.5 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 4.2% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G470 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35-78% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-90% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.5 | 127.7+4% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2020 |
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