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Overview

The Celeron N4000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2017 (7 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,472 points. Launch price was $107.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron N4000 is positioned at rank #126 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N4000

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299%

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Atom Z3735G

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295%

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Core i5-480M

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270%

#117

Core i5-460M

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269%

#118

Core i5-2540M

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267%

#120

Core i5-450M

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258%

#121

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

247%

#122

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

247%

#123

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

240%

#126

Celeron N4000

MSRP: $107|Avg: $30

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

96%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

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96%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron N4000 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron N4000 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N4000 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.6 GHz from a base frequency of 1.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 4 MB of L2 cache and 112 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,472, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Celeron N4000
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Goldmont Plus (2017)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	4 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	112 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 deg C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,472

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N4000 fits into the FCBGA1090 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Celeron N4000
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Celeron
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1090
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron N4000 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Celeron N4000
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 deg C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $107), the Celeron N4000 delivers 49 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #126 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2808 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron N4000
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$107
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$30
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$107
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#126
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2808
Release DateLaunch date	11 December 2017 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel