Core i5-750 vs Celeron G4920

Core i5-750

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2009

Celeron G4920

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-750

4 / 4

2,546

0.0%

2,555

+0.4%

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 i5-750 is positioned at rank #960 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i5-750

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

25719%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

24302%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

17645%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

5316%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4211%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3683%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2110%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2082%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1896%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1896%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1875%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1824%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1798%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1791%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1775%

#959

Core i3-4150

MSRP: $281|Avg: $70

100%

#960

Core i5-750

MSRP: $210|Avg: $30

100%

#961

Core i3-2100T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $127

100%

#962

Pentium E2210

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

99%

#963

Core i3-560

MSRP: $138|Avg: $10

98%

#964

Core i3-550

MSRP: $138|Avg: $5

98%

#965

Core i7-980

MSRP: $583|Avg: $50

98%

#966

Pentium G3250

MSRP: $171|Avg: $25

97%

#967

Pentium E2200

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

97%

#968

Core 2 Duo E7300

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

96%

#969

Core i3-540

MSRP: $133|Avg: $5

96%

#971

Phenom II X3 700e

MSRP: $125|Avg: $40

96%

#972

Core i5-760

MSRP: $230|Avg: $61

96%

#973

Core i3-7102E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $80

95%

#974

Core 2 Quad Q8400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $128

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4920

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

155%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

155%

#379

Core i9-9940X

MSRP: $1387|Avg: $850

149%

#380

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1836

147%

#381

Ryzen Embedded V1756B

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

146%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

136%

#383

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

128%

#384

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850

126%

#385

Celeron G4900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $85

125%

#386

Ryzen Embedded V3C18I

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

125%

#387

Ryzen Embedded V1807B

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

121%

#388

Ryzen Embedded R2312

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

119%

#389

Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200

118%

#390

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $1247

115%

#391

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

107%

#392

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

100%

#393

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

92%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

89%

#395

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491

63%

#396

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

35%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G4920 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-750	Celeron G4920
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-750 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-750	Celeron G4920
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+282%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)

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 i5-750 Benchmark Check

Celeron G4920 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-750 and Celeron G4920

Core i5-750

The Core i5-750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,546 points. Launch price was $150.

Celeron G4920

The Celeron G4920 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,555 points. Launch price was $52.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-750 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G4920 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i5-750 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-750 versus 3.2 GHz on the Celeron G4920 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.66 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-750 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G4920 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-750 scores 2,546 against the Celeron G4920's 2,555 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G4920. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 424 vs 672, a 45.3% lead for the Celeron G4920 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-750 vs 6 MB (total) on the Celeron G4920.

Feature	Core i5-750	Celeron G4920
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	2.66 GHz	3.2 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Lynnfield (2009−2010)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	2,546	2,555
Geekbench 6 Single	424	672+58%
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,229

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-750 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G4920 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-750 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4920 — the Celeron G4920 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4920 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i5-750) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4920).

Feature	Core i5-750	Celeron G4920
Socket	LGA1156	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-2400+33%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	64 GB+300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-750) vs VT-x (Celeron G4920). The Celeron G4920 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core i5-750 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-750 targets Legacy Desktop, Celeron G4920 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-750 rivals Phenom II X4 965; Celeron G4920 rivals Pentium G5420.

Feature	Core i5-750	Celeron G4920
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	None	UHD Graphics 610
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x
Target Use	Legacy Desktop	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-750 launched at $210 MSRP, while the Celeron G4920 debuted at $52. At current prices ($30 vs $115), the Core i5-750 is $85 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-750 delivers 84.9 pts/$ vs 22.2 pts/$ for the Celeron G4920 — making the Core i5-750 the 117% better value option.