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Overview

The Celeron N4020C 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 2.8 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: 1,537 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron N4020C is positioned at rank #575 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 N4020C

#179

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

100%

#563

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

763%

#564

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

752%

#565

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

691%

#566

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

687%

#567

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

681%

#569

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

658%

#570

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

631%

#571

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

630%

#572

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

613%

#575

Celeron N4020C

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#583

Processor N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $100

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron N4020C across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron N4020C specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N4020C is a 2-core / 2-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 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 1,537, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Celeron N4020C
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.1 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,537

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N4020C fits into the FCBGA1090 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s memory.

Specification	Celeron N4020C
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1090
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4/LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron N4020C 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 N4020C
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #575 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2785 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron N4020C
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#575
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2785
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel