CPU
GPU
Core i3-6157U
Celeron J4105
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 i3-6157U is positioned at rank 630 and the Celeron J4105 is on rank 900, so the Core i3-6157U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6157U
Performance Per Dollar Celeron J4105
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-6157U | Celeron J4105 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-6157U | Celeron J4105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i3-6157U and Celeron J4105
Core i3-6157U
The Core i3-6157U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,782 points. Launch price was $304.
Celeron J4105
The Celeron J4105 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,820 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Core i3-6157U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron J4105 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J4105 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-6157U versus 2.5 GHz on the Celeron J4105 — a 4.1% clock advantage for the Celeron J4105 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core i3-6157U uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron J4105 uses Goldmont Plus (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-6157U scores 2,782 against the Celeron J4105's 2,820 — a 1.4% lead for the Celeron J4105. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-6157U vs 4 MB on the Celeron J4105.
| Feature | Core i3-6157U | Celeron J4105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.5 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+60% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 4 MB (total)+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Goldmont Plus (2017) |
| PassMark | 2,782 | 2,820+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-6157U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron J4105 uses FCBGA1090 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Core i3-6157U versus 2400 on the Celeron J4105 — the Celeron J4105 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-6157U 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: 12 (Core i3-6157U) vs 6 (Celeron J4105) — the Core i3-6157U offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-6157U | Celeron J4105 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1356 | FCBGA1090 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | 2400+59900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+419430300% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12+100% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-6157U) vs true (Celeron J4105). Both include integrated graphics — Iris Graphics 550 (Core i3-6157U) and Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Celeron J4105) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-6157U targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Celeron J4105 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1305G.
| Feature | Core i3-6157U | Celeron J4105 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Iris Graphics 550 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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