CPU
GPU
Core i5-3339Y
Celeron G1820T
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 i5-3339Y is positioned at rank 412 and the Celeron G1820T is on rank 500, so the Core i5-3339Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3339Y
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1820T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3339Y | Celeron G1820T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3339Y | Celeron G1820T |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-3339Y and Celeron G1820T
Core i5-3339Y
The Core i5-3339Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,589 points. Launch price was $250.
Celeron G1820T
The Celeron G1820T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 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: 1,599 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Core i5-3339Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G1820T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i5-3339Y versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G1820T — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Celeron G1820T (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-3339Y uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron G1820T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3339Y scores 1,589 against the Celeron G1820T's 1,599 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron G1820T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 368 vs 415, a 12% lead for the Celeron G1820T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 707 vs 629 (11.7% advantage for the Core i5-3339Y). Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-3339Y | Celeron G1820T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.4 GHz+60% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,589 | 1,599 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 368 | 415+13% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 707+12% | 629 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3339Y uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G1820T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i5-3339Y versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1820T — the Core i5-3339Y supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM76,UM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i5-3339Y) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1820T).
| Feature | Core i5-3339Y | Celeron G1820T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 | 32 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i5-3339Y) vs VT-x (Celeron G1820T). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i5-3339Y) and HD Graphics (Haswell) (Celeron G1820T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1820T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-3339Y rivals AMD A8-4555M; Celeron G1820T rivals Pentium G3220T.
| Feature | Core i5-3339Y | Celeron G1820T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | HD Graphics (Haswell) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Core i5-3339Y and Celeron G1820T
