E1-2100
VS
Celeron N4000C

E1-2100 vs Celeron N4000C

AMD

E1-2100

2 Cores2 Thrd9 WWMax: 1 GHz2013
VS
Intel

Celeron N4000C

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2019

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 E1-2100 is positioned at rank 719 and the Celeron N4000C is on rank 721, so the E1-2100 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 E1-2100

#706
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1022%
#707
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1007%
#708
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
925%
#709
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
921%
#710
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
912%
#712
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
881%
#713
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
845%
#714
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
843%
#715
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
821%
#719
E1-2100
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N4000C

#708
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1026%
#709
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1011%
#710
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
928%
#711
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
924%
#712
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
915%
#714
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
884%
#715
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
848%
#716
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
846%
#717
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
823%
#721
Celeron N4000C
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
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 N4000C (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightE1-2100Celeron N4000C
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm)
✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The E1-2100 (2013) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightE1-2100Celeron N4000C
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of E1-2100 and Celeron N4000C

AMD

E1-2100

The E1-2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,435 points. Launch price was $50.

Intel

Celeron N4000C

The Celeron N4000C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 1,430 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

Both the E1-2100 and Celeron N4000C share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1 GHz on the E1-2100 versus 2.6 GHz on the Celeron N4000C — a 88.9% clock advantage for the Celeron N4000C. The E1-2100 is built on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. In PassMark, the E1-2100 scores 1,435 against the Celeron N4000C's 1,430 — a 0.3% lead for the E1-2100. L3 cache: 0 kB on the E1-2100 vs 4 MB on the Celeron N4000C.

FeatureE1-2100Celeron N4000C
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
2 / 2
Boost Clock
1 GHz
2.6 GHz+160%
Base Clock
1.1 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
4 MB
L2 Cache
1024 kB
Process
28 nm
14 nm-50%
Architecture
Kabini (2013−2014)
PassMark
1,435
1,430
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Memory & Platform

The E1-2100 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N4000C uses FCBGA1090 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureE1-2100Celeron N4000C
Socket
FT3
FCBGA1090
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 3.0+50%