Core i5-540UM vs Celeron 1019Y

CPU

GPU

Core i5-540UM

2 Cores4 Thrd18 WWMax: 2 GHz2010

Celeron 1019Y

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-540UM

2 / 4

1,002

0.0%

1,005

+0.3%

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 i5-540UM is positioned at rank 1081 and the Celeron 1019Y is on rank 441, so the Celeron 1019Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-540UM

#1068

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2928%

#1069

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2885%

#1070

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2649%

#1071

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2637%

#1072

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2613%

#1074

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2523%

#1075

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2419%

#1076

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2415%

#1077

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2350%

#1080

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#1081

Core i5-540UM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1082

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1083

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

99%

#1088

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

96%

#1089

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1091

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#1092

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#1093

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1095

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1019Y

#429

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

584%

#430

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

575%

#431

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

528%

#432

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

526%

#433

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

521%

#435

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

503%

#436

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

482%

#437

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

482%

#438

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

469%

#441

Celeron 1019Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i5-540UM leads in gaming performance. However, the Celeron 1019Y is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.3% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i5-540UM	Celeron 1019Y
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i5-540UM	Celeron 1019Y
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-540UM Benchmark Check

Celeron 1019Y Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-540UM and Celeron 1019Y

Core i5-540UM

The Core i5-540UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $250.

Celeron 1019Y

The Celeron 1019Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $153.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-540UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron 1019Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i5-540UM versus 1 GHz on the Celeron 1019Y — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-540UM (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Core i5-540UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron 1019Y uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-540UM scores 1,002 against the Celeron 1019Y's 1,005 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron 1019Y. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-540UM vs 2 MB on the Celeron 1019Y.

Feature	Core i5-540UM	Celeron 1019Y
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz+100%	1 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz+20%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	32 nm	22 nm-31%
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,002	1,005

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-540UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 1019Y uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Core i5-540UM versus DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1019Y — the Core i5-540UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1019Y supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-540UM) and HM77,UM77,HM76,HM75 (Celeron 1019Y).

Feature	Core i5-540UM	Celeron 1019Y
Socket	BGA1288	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	800+26567%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	8	32 GB+419430300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i5-540UM) vs VT-x (Celeron 1019Y). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-540UM) and HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1019Y) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 1019Y targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-540UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400; Celeron 1019Y rivals Pentium 2117U.