CPU
GPU
Pentium P6200
Celeron G4900
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 Pentium P6200 is positioned at rank #557 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 Pentium P6200
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4900
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+243%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium P6200 and Celeron G4900
Pentium P6200
The Pentium P6200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 0.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,394 points. Launch price was $60.
Celeron G4900
The Celeron G4900 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 2,370 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium P6200 and Celeron G4900 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.13 GHz on the Pentium P6200 versus 3.1 GHz on the Celeron G4900 — a 183.9% clock advantage for the Celeron G4900 (base: 2.13 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Pentium P6200 uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G4900 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium P6200 scores 2,394 against the Celeron G4900's 2,370 — a 1% lead for the Pentium P6200. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 200 vs 850, a 123.8% lead for the Celeron G4900 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 400 vs 1,550 (117.9% advantage for the Celeron G4900). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium P6200 vs 6 MB (total) on the Celeron G4900.
| Feature | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.13 GHz | 3.1 GHz+2285% |
| Base Clock | 2.13 GHz | 3.1 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 6 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,394+1% | 2,370 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 200 | 850+325% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 400 | 1,550+288% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium P6200 uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G4900 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Pentium P6200 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4900 — the Celeron G4900 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4900 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57 (Pentium P6200) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4900).
| Feature | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 64 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: None (Pentium P6200) vs VT-x (Celeron G4900). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Pentium P6200) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G4900) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium P6200 targets Legacy Laptop, Celeron G4900 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G4900 rivals Pentium G5400.
| Feature | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pentium P6200 launched at $60 MSRP, while the Celeron G4900 debuted at $42. At current prices ($25 vs $85), the Pentium P6200 is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium P6200 delivers 95.8 pts/$ vs 27.9 pts/$ for the Celeron G4900 — making the Pentium P6200 the 109.8% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium P6200 | Celeron G4900 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60 | $42-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-71% | $85 |
| Performance per Dollar | 95.8+243% | 27.9 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2018 |
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