CPU
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Pentium SU4100
Celeron B720
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 SU4100 is positioned at rank 1235 and the Celeron B720 is on rank 1091, so the Celeron B720 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium SU4100
Performance Per Dollar Celeron B720
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+46%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 SU4100 and Celeron B720
Pentium SU4100
The Pentium SU4100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 685 points. Launch price was $69.
Celeron B720
The Celeron B720 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 665 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Pentium SU4100 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron B720 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Pentium SU4100 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Pentium SU4100 versus 1.7 GHz on the Celeron B720 — a 26.7% clock advantage for the Celeron B720 (base: 1.3 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Pentium SU4100 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron B720 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium SU4100 scores 685 against the Celeron B720's 665 — a 3% lead for the Pentium SU4100. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium SU4100 vs 1.5 MB (total) on the Celeron B720.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 1.7 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 1.7 GHz+31% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 685+3% | 665 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium SU4100 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron B720 uses G2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA956 | G2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium SU4100) / VT-x (Celeron B720). The Celeron B720 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Pentium SU4100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron B720 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron B720 rivals Pentium 967.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pentium SU4100 launched at $289 MSRP, while the Celeron B720 debuted at $70. At current prices ($15 vs $10), the Celeron B720 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium SU4100 delivers 45.7 pts/$ vs 66.5 pts/$ for the Celeron B720 — making the Celeron B720 the 37.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B720 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $289 | $70-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.7 | 66.5+46% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2012 |
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