Celeron J4105 vs Core i5-4200M
Celeron J4105
Core i5-4200M
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 J4105 is positioned at rank 900 and the Core i5-4200M is on rank 1025, so the Celeron J4105 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron J4105
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4200M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron J4105 | Core i5-4200M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron J4105 | Core i5-4200M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
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 J4105 and Core i5-4200M
Celeron J4105
The Celeron J4105 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2017 (7 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,820 points. Launch price was $107.
Core i5-4200M
The Core i5-4200M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,809 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Celeron J4105 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-4200M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J4105 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Celeron J4105 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i5-4200M — a 21.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-4200M (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Celeron J4105 uses the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-4200M uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron J4105 scores 2,820 against the Core i5-4200M's 2,809 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron J4105. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron J4105 vs 3 MB on the Core i5-4200M.
| Feature | Celeron J4105 | Core i5-4200M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.1 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz+67% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (total)+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Goldmont Plus (2017) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,820 | 2,809 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron J4105 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4200M uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2400 on the Celeron J4105 versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i5-4200M — the Celeron J4105 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-4200M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 6 (Celeron J4105) vs 16 (Core i5-4200M) — the Core i5-4200M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Celeron J4105 | Core i5-4200M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1090 | PGA946 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2400+79900% | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 32 GB+419430300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 16+167% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron J4105) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4200M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Celeron J4105) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4200M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4200M targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron J4105 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1305G.
| Feature | Celeron J4105 | Core i5-4200M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 600 | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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