CPU
GPU
Core i5-4202Y
Celeron J4005
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 i5-4202Y is positioned at rank 964 and the Celeron J4005 is on rank 417, so the Celeron J4005 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4202Y
Performance Per Dollar Celeron J4005
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | Celeron J4005 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | Celeron J4005 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-4202Y and Celeron J4005
Core i5-4202Y
The Core i5-4202Y 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 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2 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: 1,552 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron J4005
The Celeron J4005 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 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: 1,543 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4202Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron J4005's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i5-4202Y versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron J4005 — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Celeron J4005 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-4202Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron J4005 uses Goldmont Plus (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4202Y scores 1,552 against the Celeron J4005's 1,543 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-4202Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 589 vs 450, a 26.8% lead for the Core i5-4202Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,030 vs 800 (25.1% advantage for the Core i5-4202Y). L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-4202Y vs 4 MB on the Celeron J4005.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Celeron J4005 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 4 MB (total)+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Goldmont Plus (2017) |
| PassMark | 1,552 | 1,543 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 589+31% | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,030+29% | 800 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4202Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron J4005 uses FCBGA1090 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4202Y versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron J4005 — the Celeron J4005 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-4202Y supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-4202Y) vs 6 (Celeron J4005) — the Core i5-4202Y offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,HM87 (Core i5-4202Y) and SoC (Celeron J4005).
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Celeron J4005 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | FCBGA1090 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12+100% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / EPT (Core i5-4202Y) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron J4005). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4200 (Core i5-4202Y) and Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Celeron J4005) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4202Y targets Ultra-portable, Celeron J4005 targets Entry Level Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron J4005 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1102G.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Celeron J4005 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4200 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Ultra-portable | Entry Level Desktop |
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