CPU
GPU
Pentium Dual Core SU4100
Celeron 1020E
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 Pentium Dual Core SU4100 is positioned at rank 1065 and the Celeron 1020E is on rank 951, so the Celeron 1020E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core SU4100
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1020E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+100%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
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 Pentium Dual Core SU4100 and Celeron 1020E
Pentium Dual Core SU4100
The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,409 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron 1020E
The Celeron 1020E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,406 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 and Celeron 1020E share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 versus 2.2 GHz on the Celeron 1020E — a 51.4% clock advantage for the Celeron 1020E. The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron 1020E uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 scores 1,409 against the Celeron 1020E's 1,406 — a 0.2% lead for the Pentium Dual Core SU4100.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.2 GHz+69% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,409 | 1,406 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron 1020E uses G2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA956 | G2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium Dual Core SU4100) / VT-x (Celeron 1020E). The Celeron 1020E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 1020E targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 1020E rivals Pentium 2020M.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Celeron 1020E debuted at $86. At current prices ($10 vs $20), the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 delivers 140.9 pts/$ vs 70.3 pts/$ for the Celeron 1020E — making the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 the 66.9% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core SU4100 | Celeron 1020E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $134 | $86-36% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-50% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 140.9+100% | 70.3 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2013 |
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