CPU
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Core i5-3335S
Celeron G6900T
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. The Core i5-3335S is positioned at rank #877 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3335S
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G6900T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 i5-3335S and Celeron G6900T
Core i5-3335S
The Core i5-3335S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,672 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron G6900T
The Celeron G6900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 3,668 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-3335S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G6900T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i5-3335S has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-3335S versus 2.8 GHz on the Celeron G6900T — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-3335S (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i5-3335S uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron G6900T uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3335S scores 3,672 against the Celeron G6900T's 3,668 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-3335S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3335S vs 4 MB (total) on the Celeron G6900T.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+14% | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.8 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 22 nm | Intel 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 3,672 | 3,668 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,400 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,450 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3335S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G6900T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-3335S) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron G6900T). The Celeron G6900T includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 710), while the Core i5-3335S requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G6900T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G6900T rivals Pentium Gold G7400T.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 710 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Low Power Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-3335S launched at $225 MSRP, while the Celeron G6900T debuted at $42. At current prices ($30 vs $50), the Core i5-3335S is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-3335S delivers 122.4 pts/$ vs 73.4 pts/$ for the Celeron G6900T — making the Core i5-3335S the 50.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Celeron G6900T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225 | $42-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.4+67% | 73.4 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2022 |
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