CPU
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Pentium SU4100
Celeron B730
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 B730 is on rank 1075, so the Celeron B730 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 B730
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B730 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| 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 B730 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+57%) |
| 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.
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium SU4100 and Celeron B730
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 B730
The Celeron B730 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 256 kB + 1.5 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 715 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Pentium SU4100 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron B730 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Pentium SU4100 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Pentium SU4100 versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron B730 — a 32.3% clock advantage for the Celeron B730. The Pentium SU4100 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron B730 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium SU4100 scores 685 against the Celeron B730's 715 — a 4.3% lead for the Celeron B730. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium SU4100 vs 1.5 MB (total) on the Celeron B730.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B730 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 1.8 GHz+38% |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 685 | 715+4% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium SU4100 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron B730 uses G2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B730 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 B730). The Celeron B730 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Pentium SU4100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron B730 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron B730 rivals Pentium 967.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B730 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 B730 debuted at $70. At current prices ($15 vs $10), the Celeron B730 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium SU4100 delivers 45.7 pts/$ vs 71.5 pts/$ for the Celeron B730 — making the Celeron B730 the 44.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium SU4100 | Celeron B730 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $289 | $70-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.7 | 71.5+56% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2012 |
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