Celeron N4000C
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Celeron N4000C

Intel

PassMark

1,430

2007-01-01
6 Watt

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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Overview

The Celeron N4000C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 1,430 points. Launch price was $69.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron N4000C across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high26 FPS
ultra19 FPS
Euro Truck Simulator 2

Euro Truck Simulator 2

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
Final Fantasy XIV

Final Fantasy XIV

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra32 FPS
Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
Left 4 Dead 2

Left 4 Dead 2

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
Naraka: Bladepoint

Naraka: Bladepoint

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra32 FPS
Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia

1080p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
1440p
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra36 FPS
4k
low36 FPS
medium36 FPS
high33 FPS
ultra24 FPS

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron N4000C specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Celeron N4000C is a 2-core / 2-thread processor, 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. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,430, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationCeleron N4000C
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost2.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency1.1 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores4 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)105 deg C
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score1,430
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N4000C fits into the FCBGA1090 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s memory.

SpecificationCeleron N4000C
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFCBGA1090
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Celeron N4000C 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.

SpecificationCeleron N4000C
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)105 deg C
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #2832 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationCeleron N4000C
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#2832
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

5 specs

TypeLaptop
DesignerIntel
Launch Price$69
Release Date2007-01-01
Performance Ranking Position2832

Technical Specifications

9 specs

Cores2
Threads2
L3 Cache4 MB
Max Frequency2.6 GHz
64-Bit Support+
Base Frequency1.1 GHz
Process Technology14 nm
Max Core Temperature105 deg C
Windows 11 Compatible-

Compatibility

4 specs

SocketFCBGA1090
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0
Power Consumption (TDP)6 Watt
Max Processors In Config1

Memory

3 specs

RAM TypesDDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s
Memory Channels2
Max Memory Capacity8 GB

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