CPU
GPU
Core i5-560UM
Celeron G1820TE
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 i5-560UM is positioned at rank 1224 and the Celeron G1820TE is on rank 679, so the Celeron G1820TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560UM
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1820TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-560UM | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-560UM | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-560UM and Celeron G1820TE
Core i5-560UM
The Core i5-560UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 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: 1,015 points. Launch price was $250.
Celeron G1820TE
The Celeron G1820TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,020 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-560UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G1820TE's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Core i5-560UM versus 2.2 GHz on the Celeron G1820TE — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Celeron G1820TE (base: 1.33 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-560UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G1820TE uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-560UM scores 1,015 against the Celeron G1820TE's 1,020 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron G1820TE. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-560UM vs 3 MB (total) on the Celeron G1820TE.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.13 GHz | 2.2 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 1.33 GHz | 2.2 GHz+65% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,015 | 1,020 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 415 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 629 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-560UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1820TE uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Core i5-560UM versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1820TE — the Core i5-560UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1820TE 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 i5-560UM) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1820TE).
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 800+26567% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 32 GB+419430300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i5-560UM) vs VT-x (Celeron G1820TE). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-560UM) and HD Graphics (Haswell) (Celeron G1820TE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1820TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-560UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400; Celeron G1820TE rivals Pentium G3220T.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | HD Graphics (Haswell) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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