CPU
GPU
Core i5-8210Y
Celeron G4950
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. The Core i5-8210Y is positioned at rank #1086 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8210Y
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4950
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G4950 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($63) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G4950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($63) |
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 i5-8210Y and Celeron G4950
Core i5-8210Y
The Core i5-8210Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,723 points. Launch price was $281.
Celeron G4950
The Celeron G4950 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,714 points. Launch price was $52.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8210Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G4950's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-8210Y versus 3.3 GHz on the Celeron G4950 — a 8.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-8210Y (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i5-8210Y uses the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron G4950 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8210Y scores 2,723 against the Celeron G4950's 2,714 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-8210Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 796 vs 672, a 16.9% lead for the Core i5-8210Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-8210Y vs 2 MB on the Celeron G4950.
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G4950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+9% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz+106% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,723 | 2,714 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 796+18% | 672 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,229 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8210Y uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G4950 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-2133 on the Core i5-8210Y versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4950 — the Celeron G4950 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4950 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. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core i5-8210Y) vs 16 (Celeron G4950) — the Celeron G4950 offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Amber Lake-Y (Core i5-8210Y) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4950).
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G4950 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-2133 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | 16+60% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8210Y) vs VT-x (Celeron G4950). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 617 (Core i5-8210Y) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G4950) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8210Y targets Tablet/2-in-1, Celeron G4950 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-8210Y rivals Athlon 3050U; Celeron G4950 rivals Pentium G5420.
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G4950 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 617 | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Tablet/2-in-1 | Budget |
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