CPU
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Celeron N3150
Celeron G465
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 N3150 is positioned at rank 208 and the Celeron G465 is on rank 867, so the Celeron N3150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3150
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G465
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N3150 | Celeron G465 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($37) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Braswell (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N3150 | Celeron G465 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($37) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N3150 and Celeron G465
Celeron N3150
The Celeron N3150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.08 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,177 points. Launch price was $107.
Celeron G465
The Celeron G465 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,185 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Celeron N3150 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G465 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron N3150 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.08 GHz on the Celeron N3150 versus 1.9 GHz on the Celeron G465 — a 9% clock advantage for the Celeron N3150 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Celeron N3150 uses the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron G465 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3150 scores 1,177 against the Celeron G465's 1,185 — a 0.7% lead for the Celeron G465. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N3150 vs 1.5 MB on the Celeron G465.
| Feature | Celeron N3150 | Celeron G465 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+300% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.08 GHz+9% | 1.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.9 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256 kB |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Braswell (2015−2016) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,177 | 1,185 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 300 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N3150 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G465 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Celeron N3150 versus DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G465 — the Celeron N3150 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G465 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: 4 (Celeron N3150) vs 16 (Celeron G465) — the Celeron G465 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FCBGA1170 (Celeron N3150) and H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G465).
| Feature | Celeron N3150 | Celeron G465 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 32 GB+419430300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Celeron N3150) vs VT-x (Celeron G465). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) (Celeron N3150) and HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (Celeron G465) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G465 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron N3150 rivals AMD E2-7110; Celeron G465 rivals Pentium G630.
| Feature | Celeron N3150 | Celeron G465 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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