Celeron G5905 vs Core i3-6157U

Celeron G5905

2 Cores2 Thrd58 WW2020

Core i3-6157U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron G5905

2 / 2

2,760

0.0%

2,782

+0.8%

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

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6157U

#187

Core Ultra 9 288V

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

97%

#188

Core i7-10870H

MSRP: $417|Avg: N/A

97%

#618

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

844%

#619

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

831%

#620

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

763%

#621

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

760%

#622

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

753%

#624

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

727%

#625

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

697%

#626

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

696%

#627

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

677%

#630

Core i3-6157U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#638

Celeron Dual-Core T1400

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

98%

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 G5905 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron G5905	Core i3-6157U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-6157U (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron G5905	Core i3-6157U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 G5905 Benchmark Check

Core i3-6157U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron G5905 and Core i3-6157U

Celeron G5905

The Celeron G5905 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,760 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-6157U

The Core i3-6157U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,782 points. Launch price was $304.

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Processing Power

The Celeron G5905 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-6157U's 2 cores. The Core i3-6157U is built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron G5905 scores 2,760 against the Core i3-6157U's 2,782 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i3-6157U. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6157U.

Feature	Celeron G5905	Core i3-6157U
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	—	2.4 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+46%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB Intel® Smart Cache+33%	3 MB
L2 Cache	—	512 kB
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	—	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	2,760	2,782
Geekbench 6 Single	724	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,242	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G5905 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-6157U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Celeron G5905 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. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G5905) vs 12 (Core i3-6157U) — the Celeron G5905 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Celeron G5905	Core i3-6157U
Socket	LGA1200	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666	DDR4-2133
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+300%	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+33%	12

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G5905) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6157U). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G5905) and Iris Graphics 550 (Core i3-6157U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5905 targets Budget, Core i3-6157U targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron G5905 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.