CPU
GPU
Core i5-8210Y
Celeron G5905
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
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-8210Y and Celeron G5905
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 G5905
The Celeron G5905 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,760 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8210Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G5905's 2 cores. The Core i5-8210Y is built on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-8210Y scores 2,723 against the Celeron G5905's 2,760 — a 1.3% lead for the Celeron G5905. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 796 vs 724, a 9.5% lead for the Core i5-8210Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-8210Y vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905.
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz+119% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) | — |
| PassMark | 2,723 | 2,760+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 796+10% | 724 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,242 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8210Y uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5905 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-2133 on the Core i5-8210Y versus DDR4-2666 on the Celeron G5905 — the Celeron G5905 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G5905 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core i5-8210Y) vs 16 (Celeron G5905) — the Celeron G5905 offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Amber Lake-Y (Core i5-8210Y) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5905).
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-2133 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 128 GB+700% |
| 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 G5905). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 617 (Core i5-8210Y) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G5905) — 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 G5905 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-8210Y rivals Athlon 3050U; Celeron G5905 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.
| Feature | Core i5-8210Y | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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