Celeron G4900 vs Core m7-6Y75

Celeron G4900

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2018

Core m7-6Y75

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron G4900

2 / 2

2,370

+0.3%

2,363

0.0%

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4900

#370

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

149%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

140%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

140%

#373

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

138%

#374

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

133%

#375

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

130%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

128%

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

124%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

124%

#379

Core i9-9940X

MSRP: $1387|Avg: $850

119%

#380

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1836

117%

#381

Ryzen Embedded V1756B

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

116%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

109%

#383

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

102%

#384

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850

101%

#385

Celeron G4900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $85

100%

#386

Ryzen Embedded V3C18I

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

99%

#387

Ryzen Embedded V1807B

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

96%

#388

Ryzen Embedded R2312

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#389

Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200

94%

#390

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $1247

92%

#391

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

85%

#392

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

80%

#393

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

73%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

71%

#395

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491

50%

#396

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

28%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core m7-6Y75

#1177

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4882%

#1178

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4810%

#1179

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

4416%

#1180

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

4396%

#1181

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

4356%

#1183

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

4206%

#1184

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4033%

#1185

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4027%

#1186

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3918%

#1189

Core m7-6Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $393

100%

#1190

Core M-5Y10

MSRP: $281|Avg: $20

97%

#1193

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

94%

#1194

Pentium T3400

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

94%

#1195

Core 2 Solo SU3500

MSRP: $262|Avg: $15

93%

#1196

Core 2 Duo E8335

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

91%

#1199

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

89%

#1200

Core i3-2312M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

88%

#1201

Celeron 857

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

88%

#1202

Celeron 925

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

87%

#1203

Core 2 Duo E8135

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

85%

#1204

Core 2 Duo U7700

MSRP: $262|Avg: $10

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G4900 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron G4900	Core m7-6Y75
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($85)	⚠️ Higher cost ($393)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core m7-6Y75 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron G4900	Core m7-6Y75
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+364%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($85)	⚠️ Higher cost ($393)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Celeron G4900 Benchmark Check

Core m7-6Y75 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron G4900 and Core m7-6Y75

Celeron G4900

The Celeron G4900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,370 points. Launch price was $42.

Core m7-6Y75

The Core m7-6Y75 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,363 points. Launch price was $393.

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Processing Power

The Celeron G4900 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core m7-6Y75's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Celeron G4900 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core m7-6Y75 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.1 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Celeron G4900 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core m7-6Y75 uses Skylake-Y (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G4900 scores 2,370 against the Core m7-6Y75's 2,363 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G4900. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Celeron G4900 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core m7-6Y75.

Feature	Celeron G4900	Core m7-6Y75
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+158%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)+50%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)	Skylake-Y (2015)
PassMark	2,370	2,363
Geekbench 6 Single	850	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,550	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G4900 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core m7-6Y75 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron G4900	Core m7-6Y75
Socket	LGA1151	FCBGA1515
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	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron G4900) / not specified (Core m7-6Y75). The Celeron G4900 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core m7-6Y75 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G4900 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G4900 rivals Pentium G5400.

Feature	Celeron G4900	Core m7-6Y75
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 610	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x	—
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

The Celeron G4900 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core m7-6Y75 debuted at $393. At current prices ($85 vs $393), the Celeron G4900 is $308 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G4900 delivers 27.9 pts/$ vs 6.0 pts/$ for the Core m7-6Y75 — making the Celeron G4900 the 129% better value option.