
Core i3-4150T vs Celeron N2910

Core i3-4150T

Celeron N2910
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 Core i3-4150T is positioned at rank 690 and the Celeron N2910 is on rank 833, so the Core i3-4150T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4150T
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2910
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4150T | Celeron N2910 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4150T | Celeron N2910 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4150T and Celeron N2910

Core i3-4150T
The Core i3-4150T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,892 points. Launch price was $230.

Celeron N2910
The Celeron N2910 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 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: 2,907 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4150T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron N2910 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron N2910 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i3-4150T versus 1.6 GHz on the Celeron N2910 — a 57.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-4150T (base: 3 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i3-4150T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron N2910 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4150T scores 2,892 against the Celeron N2910's 2,907 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron N2910. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4150T vs 0 kB on the Celeron N2910.
| Feature | Core i3-4150T | Celeron N2910 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+81% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+87% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 2,892 | 2,907 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 210 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 700 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4150T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N2910 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Core i3-4150T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-4150T) vs 4 (Celeron N2910) — the Core i3-4150T offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-4150T | Celeron N2910 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3L-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+300% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4150T) vs VT-x (Celeron N2910). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4400 (Core i3-4150T) and Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Celeron N2910) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4150T targets Desktop Low Power, Celeron N2910 targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: Celeron N2910 rivals AMD A4-6210.
| Feature | Core i3-4150T | Celeron N2910 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | Desktop Low Power | Budget Laptop |
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