CPU
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Celeron G550T
Celeron B840
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 G550T is positioned at rank 673 and the Celeron B840 is on rank 1028, so the Celeron G550T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G550T
Performance Per Dollar Celeron B840
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+203%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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.
Valorant
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron G550T and Celeron B840
Celeron G550T
The Celeron G550T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,074 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron B840
The Celeron B840 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,065 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron G550T and Celeron B840 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Celeron G550T versus 1.9 GHz on the Celeron B840 — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Celeron G550T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). Both are built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture using a 32 nm process. In PassMark, the Celeron G550T scores 1,074 against the Celeron B840's 1,065 — a 0.8% lead for the Celeron G550T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 366 vs 450, a 20.6% lead for the Celeron B840 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 656 vs 790 (18.5% advantage for the Celeron B840). Both processors carry 2 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+16% | 1.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+16% | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,074 | 1,065 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 366 | 450+23% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 656 | 790+20% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G550T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron B840 uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G550T versus 1333 on the Celeron B840 — the Celeron B840 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G550T 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G550T) and HM65,HM67,QM67 (Celeron B840).
| Feature | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | PGA988 |
| 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 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G550T) vs true (Celeron B840). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron G550T) and Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron B840) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G550T targets Budget, Celeron B840 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G550T rivals Pentium G630T; Celeron B840 rivals Pentium B940.
| Feature | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | true |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G550T launched at $42 MSRP, while the Celeron B840 debuted at $86. At current prices ($5 vs $15), the Celeron G550T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G550T delivers 214.8 pts/$ vs 71.0 pts/$ for the Celeron B840 — making the Celeron G550T the 100.6% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G550T | Celeron B840 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-51% | $86 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-67% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 214.8+203% | 71.0 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2011 |
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