Celeron N4000
VS
Celeron N2810

Celeron N4000 vs Celeron N2810

Intel

Celeron N4000

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2017
VS
Intel

Celeron N2810

2 Cores2 Thrd7 WWMax: 2 GHz2013

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 N4000 is positioned at rank 126 and the Celeron N2810 is on rank 605, so the Celeron N4000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N4000

#114
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
299%
#115
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
295%
#116
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
270%
#117
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
269%
#118
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
267%
#120
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
258%
#121
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
247%
#122
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
247%
#123
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
240%
#126
Celeron N4000
MSRP: $107|Avg: $30
100%
#137
N200
MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A
96%
#138
Core 2 Duo SP9600
MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A
96%
#140
Core 2 Duo P8700
MSRP: $241|Avg: $85
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2810

#185
Ryzen 7 5825C
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
99%
#593
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
796%
#594
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
785%
#595
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
720%
#596
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
717%
#597
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
710%
#599
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
686%
#600
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
658%
#601
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
657%
#602
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
639%
#605
Celeron N2810
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#608
Ryzen AI 5 330
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
99%
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 N4000 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N4000Celeron N2810
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($30)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron N2810 (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N4000Celeron N2810
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($30)
More affordable ($0)

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 N4000 and Celeron N2810

Intel

Celeron N4000

The Celeron N4000 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 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,472 points. Launch price was $107.

Intel

Celeron N2810

The Celeron N2810 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,474 points. Launch price was $260.

Processing Power

Both the Celeron N4000 and Celeron N2810 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Celeron N4000 versus 2 GHz on the Celeron N2810 — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Celeron N4000 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Celeron N4000 uses the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron N2810 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N4000 scores 1,472 against the Celeron N2810's 1,474 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron N2810. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron N4000 vs 0 kB on the Celeron N2810.

FeatureCeleron N4000Celeron N2810
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
2 / 2
Boost Clock
2.6 GHz+30%
2 GHz
Base Clock
1.1 GHz
2 GHz+82%
L3 Cache
4 MB
0 kB
L2 Cache
4 MB+700%
512K (per core)
Process
14 nm-36%
22 nm
Architecture
Goldmont Plus (2017)
Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
PassMark
1,472
1,474
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N4000 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N2810 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCeleron N4000Celeron N2810
Socket
FCBGA1090
FCBGA1170
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
1066
Max RAM Capacity
8
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
4
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Celeron N4000) / true (Celeron N2810). The Celeron N2810 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Celeron N4000 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron N2810 rivals AMD A4-1250.

FeatureCeleron N4000Celeron N2810
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
true