Celeron N4120
VS
Xeon L7455

Celeron N4120 vs Xeon L7455

Intel

Celeron N4120

4 Cores4 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2019
VS

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 N4120 is positioned at rank 1239 and the Xeon L7455 is on rank 793, so the Xeon L7455 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 N4120

#1227
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
15524%
#1228
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
15296%
#1229
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
14042%
#1230
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
13979%
#1231
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
13851%
#1233
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
13376%
#1234
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
12825%
#1235
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
12804%
#1236
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
12460%
#1239
Celeron N4120
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#1240
Core Solo T1300
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
97%
#1241
Core Solo T1200
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon L7455

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
16666%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
3147%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
2796%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
2160%
#457
EPYC 7642
MSRP: $4775|Avg: $850
100%
#458
EPYC 7573X
MSRP: $5590|Avg: $3580
100%
#459
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497
98%
#460
Xeon Gold 6242R
MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779
97%
#460
Xeon E5-2686 V3
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160
97%
#462
Xeon W-2175
MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180
97%
#793
Xeon L7455
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#796
Xeon E-2276M
MSRP: $939|Avg: $124
100%
#797
Xeon W3580
MSRP: $294|Avg: $30
99%
#798
Xeon W3690
MSRP: $583|Avg: $140
99%
#800
Xeon E5-2428L
MSRP: $692|Avg: $42
98%
#803
Opteron 6380
MSRP: $551|Avg: $111
97%
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 N4120 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N4120Xeon L7455
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
✨ Modern (Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon L7455 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N4120Xeon L7455
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 N4120 and Xeon L7455

Intel

Celeron N4120

The Celeron N4120 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 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: 2,463 points. Launch price was $69.

Intel

Xeon L7455

The Xeon L7455 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,494 points. Launch price was $800.

Processing Power

The Celeron N4120 is built on the Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron N4120 scores 2,463 against the Xeon L7455's 2,494 — a 1.3% lead for the Xeon L7455. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron N4120 vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon L7455.

FeatureCeleron N4120Xeon L7455
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
Boost Clock
2.6 GHz
Base Clock
1.1 GHz
2.13 GHz+94%
L3 Cache
4 MB
12 MB L2 Cache+200%
L2 Cache
4 MB
Process
14 nm-69%
45 nm
Architecture
Gemini Lake Refresh (2019)
PassMark
2,463
2,494+1%
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N4120 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon L7455 uses PGA604 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCeleron N4120Xeon L7455
Socket
FCBGA1090
PGA604
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0