Core i3-4020Y vs Celeron 3867U

Core i3-4020Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2013

Celeron 3867U

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-4020Y

2 / 4

1,448

0.0%

1,449

+0.1%

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 Core i3-4020Y is positioned at rank 716 and the Celeron 3867U is on rank 132, so the Celeron 3867U 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 Core i3-4020Y

#704

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1013%

#705

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

998%

#706

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

916%

#707

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

912%

#708

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

904%

#710

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

873%

#711

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

837%

#712

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

836%

#713

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

813%

#716

Core i3-4020Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#718

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 3867U

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

96%

#120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

304%

#121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

299%

#122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

275%

#123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

273%

#124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

271%

#126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

262%

#127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

251%

#128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

251%

#129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

244%

#132

Celeron 3867U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

98%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

98%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

97%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

95%

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 3867U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-4020Y	Celeron 3867U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-4020Y (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-4020Y	Celeron 3867U
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.

Core i3-4020Y Benchmark Check

Celeron 3867U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4020Y and Celeron 3867U

Core i3-4020Y

The Core i3-4020Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,448 points. Launch price was $304.

Celeron 3867U

The Celeron 3867U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,449 points. Launch price was $107.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4020Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron 3867U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-4020Y versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 3867U — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Celeron 3867U (base: 1.5 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core i3-4020Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron 3867U uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4020Y scores 1,448 against the Celeron 3867U's 1,449 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron 3867U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-4020Y vs 2 MB on the Celeron 3867U.

Feature	Core i3-4020Y	Celeron 3867U
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.5 GHz	1.8 GHz+20%
Base Clock	1.5 GHz	1.8 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	1,448	1,449

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-4020Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron 3867U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i3-4020Y versus DDR4-2133 on the Celeron 3867U — the Core i3-4020Y supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 3867U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 12 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: BGA1168 (Core i3-4020Y) and Kaby Lake-U (Celeron 3867U).

Feature	Core i3-4020Y	Celeron 3867U
Socket	FCBGA1168	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	1600+39900%	DDR4-2133
Max RAM Capacity	16	32 GB+209715100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	12

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: true (Core i3-4020Y) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 3867U). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4200 (Core i3-4020Y) and HD Graphics 610 (Celeron 3867U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 3867U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 3867U rivals Pentium Gold 4417U.