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Overview

The Celeron N5100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.5 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,305 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron N5100 is positioned at rank #183 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 N5100

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100%

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320%

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Core i5-2540M

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317%

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Core i5-450M

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306%

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Core i3-380M

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293%

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Core i5-430M

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293%

#180

Core 2 Duo T6600

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285%

#183

Celeron N5100

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100%

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Pentium Gold 4417U

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98%

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Atom N475

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98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Celeron N5100 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Celeron N5100 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N5100 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 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 (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.5 MB (total) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 3,305, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Celeron N5100
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Jasper Lake (2021)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.5 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	63.8 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	3,305

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N5100 fits into the BGA1338 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Celeron N5100
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA1338
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Celeron N5100 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 N5100
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 #183 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2162 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Celeron N5100
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#183
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2162
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel