Celeron G4920
VS
Core i5-750

Celeron G4920 vs Core i5-750

Intel

Celeron G4920

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2018
VS
Intel

Core i5-750

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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 G4920

#377
Core i3-9100HL
MSRP: $225|Avg: $100
155%
#378
Core i9-12900TE
MSRP: $494|Avg: $664
155%
#379
Core i9-9940X
MSRP: $1387|Avg: $850
149%
#380
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1836
147%
#381
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
146%
#382
Ryzen Embedded R2544
MSRP: $280|Avg: $280
136%
#383
Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
128%
#384
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850
126%
#385
Celeron G4900
MSRP: $42|Avg: $85
125%
#386
Ryzen Embedded V3C18I
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
125%
#387
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
121%
#388
Ryzen Embedded R2312
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
119%
#389
Ryzen Threadripper 7980X
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200
118%
#390
Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $1247
115%
#391
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300
107%
#392
Celeron G4920
MSRP: $52|Avg: $115
100%
#393
Core i3-9300T
MSRP: $309|Avg: $309
92%
#394
Ryzen 3 2200GE
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
89%
#395
Ryzen Threadripper 3970X
MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491
63%
#396
Ryzen Embedded R2314
MSRP: $300|Avg: $762
35%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-750

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
25719%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
24302%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
17645%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
5316%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
4211%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
3683%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
2110%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
2082%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
1896%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
1896%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
1875%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
1824%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
1798%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
1791%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
1775%
#959
Core i3-4150
MSRP: $281|Avg: $70
100%
#960
Core i5-750
MSRP: $210|Avg: $30
100%
#961
Core i3-2100T
MSRP: $127|Avg: $127
100%
#962
Pentium E2210
MSRP: $84|Avg: $15
99%
#963
Core i3-560
MSRP: $138|Avg: $10
98%
#964
Core i3-550
MSRP: $138|Avg: $5
98%
#965
Core i7-980
MSRP: $583|Avg: $50
98%
#966
Pentium G3250
MSRP: $171|Avg: $25
97%
#967
Pentium E2200
MSRP: $84|Avg: $5
97%
#968
Core 2 Duo E7300
MSRP: $133|Avg: $133
96%
#969
Core i3-540
MSRP: $133|Avg: $5
96%
#971
Phenom II X3 700e
MSRP: $125|Avg: $40
96%
#972
Core i5-760
MSRP: $230|Avg: $61
96%
#973
Core i3-7102E
MSRP: $225|Avg: $80
95%
#974
Core 2 Quad Q8400
MSRP: $183|Avg: $128
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G4920 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron G4920Core i5-750
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
More affordable ($30)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-750 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron G4920Core i5-750
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+282%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
More affordable ($30)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron G4920 and Core i5-750

Intel

Celeron G4920

The Celeron G4920 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 2,555 points. Launch price was $52.

Intel

Core i5-750

The Core i5-750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,546 points. Launch price was $150.

Processing Power

The Celeron G4920 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-750 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-750 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Celeron G4920 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-750 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The Celeron G4920 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-750 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G4920 scores 2,555 against the Core i5-750's 2,546 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G4920. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 672 vs 424, a 45.3% lead for the Celeron G4920 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Celeron G4920 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-750.

FeatureCeleron G4920Core i5-750
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock
3.2 GHz
3.2 GHz
Base Clock
3.2 GHz+20%
2.66 GHz
L3 Cache
6 MB (total)
8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache
256K (per core)
256 kB (per core)
Process
14 nm-69%
45 nm
Architecture
Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
Lynnfield (2009−2010)
PassMark
2,555
2,546
Geekbench 6 Single
672+58%
424
Geekbench 6 Multi
1,229
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G4920 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-750 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4920 versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-750 — the Celeron G4920 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4920 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4920) and P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i5-750).

FeatureCeleron G4920Core i5-750
Socket
LGA1151
LGA1156
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-2400+33%
DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity
64 GB+300%
16 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
16
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G4920) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-750). The Celeron G4920 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core i5-750 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G4920 targets Budget, Core i5-750 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G4920 rivals Pentium G5420; Core i5-750 rivals Phenom II X4 965.

FeatureCeleron G4920Core i5-750
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
UHD Graphics 610
None
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use
Budget
Legacy Desktop
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Value Analysis

The Celeron G4920 launched at $52 MSRP, while the Core i5-750 debuted at $210. At current prices ($115 vs $30), the Core i5-750 is $85 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G4920 delivers 22.2 pts/$ vs 84.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-750 — making the Core i5-750 the 117% better value option.

FeatureCeleron G4920Core i5-750
MSRP
$52-75%
$210
Avg Price (30d)
$115
$30-74%
Performance per Dollar
22.2
84.9+282%
Release Date
2018
2009