Celeron J4115
VS
Core i3-4110M

Celeron J4115 vs Core i3-4110M

Intel

Celeron J4115

4 Cores4 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.5 GHz2019
VS
Intel

Core i3-4110M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2014

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4110M

#31
Ryzen 5 230
MSRP: $200|Avg: $190
94%
#89
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
274%
#90
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
270%
#91
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
248%
#92
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
247%
#93
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
244%
#95
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
236%
#96
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
226%
#97
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
226%
#98
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
220%
#101
Core i3-4110M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#102
N100
MSRP: $128|Avg: $128
100%
#106
Ryzen 5 2500U
MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A
98%
#109
Celeron 4305U
MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A
97%
#110
Celeron J1850
MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A
97%
#114
Core i3-4100M
MSRP: $225|Avg: $99
95%
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 J4115 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron J4115Core i3-4110M
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
✨ Modern (Gemini Lake (2019) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-4110M (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron J4115Core i3-4110M
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron J4115 and Core i3-4110M

Intel

Celeron J4115

The Celeron J4115 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Gemini Lake (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,688 points. Launch price was $69.

Intel

Core i3-4110M

The Core i3-4110M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 2,678 points. Launch price was $225.

Processing Power

The Celeron J4115 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4110M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J4115 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Celeron J4115 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-4110M — a 3.9% clock advantage for the Core i3-4110M (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Celeron J4115 uses the Gemini Lake (2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-4110M uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron J4115 scores 2,688 against the Core i3-4110M's 2,678 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron J4115. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron J4115 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-4110M.

FeatureCeleron J4115Core i3-4110M
Cores / Threads
4 / 4+100%
2 / 4
Boost Clock
2.5 GHz
2.6 GHz+4%
Base Clock
1.8 GHz
2.6 GHz+44%
L3 Cache
4 MB+33%
3 MB
L2 Cache
4 MB+700%
512 kB
Process
14 nm-36%
22 nm
Architecture
Gemini Lake (2019)
Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark
2,688
2,678
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron J4115 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-4110M uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2400 on the Celeron J4115 versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-4110M — the Celeron J4115 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-4110M 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 J4115) vs 16 (Core i3-4110M) — the Core i3-4110M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCeleron J4115Core i3-4110M
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%
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron J4115) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4110M). Both include integrated graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Celeron J4115) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4110M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4110M targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron J4115 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1305G.

FeatureCeleron J4115Core i3-4110M
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