Intel Celeron N4020 vs AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D

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Performance
Celeron N4020
1,6504% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7950X3D2,142% better
36,991Best Performance

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 2,142% better performance than the Celeron N4020 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4020
No data available
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
52.9244% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 44% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron N4020 CPU

The Intel Celeron N4020 is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N4020 is compatible with Socket 1090 FCBGA motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel UHD Graphics 600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Celeron N4020 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 1,792 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron N4020 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2800.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron N4020 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel UHD Graphics 600. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Celeron N4020 has the 651st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.46% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $699. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7950X3D is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 128 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D features 16 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has the best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. Its 36,991 score and $699 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 52.92. This is the 39th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Series--Ryzen 9
Market SegmentMobileDesktop
Release Date--Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)--$699
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron N4020
1,6504% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7950X3D2,142% better
36,991Best Performance

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 2,142% better performance than the Celeron N4020 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron N4020 is ranked 651st with a score of 1,650, and the Ryzen 9 7950X3D is ranked 1st with a score of 36,991.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4020
No data available
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
52.9244% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 100% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 52.92 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Celeron N4020 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D36,991+2,142%
Ryzen 9 7950X35,243+2,036%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D32,947+1,897%
Core i7-14700K32,336+1,860%
Core i5-14600K31,641+1,818%
Celeron N29301,679+2%
A8-4555M1,654+0%
Celeron N40201,650
A4-50001,635-1%
Celeron N29401,635-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Celeron N4020 orRyzen 9 7950X3D
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 9 790061.36+16%
Core i7-12700K61+15%
Ryzen 7 5800X3D60.66+15%
Core i9-14900K53.58+1%
Core i9-13900K52.95+0%
Ryzen 9 7950X3D52.92
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79-0%
Ryzen 9 7900X50.51-5%
Ryzen 9 7950X50.42-5%
Core i9-1290046.85-11%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,650
36,991
(+2,141.88%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
476
17,206
(+3,514.71%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
127.1
5,974
(+4,600.24%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
73.8
326
(+341.73%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
544
19,679
(+3,517.46%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
343
2,928
(+753.64%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,555
62,429
(+3,914.73%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,151
4,141
(+259.77%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Foundry--TSMC
Process Size14 nm5 nm
Transistors--17,840 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Series--Ryzen 9
Microarchitecture--Zen 4
CodenameGemini LakeRaphael
Memory Support--DDR5
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC Memory--Yes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Cores216
Threads232
Clock Speed1100.0 MHz4.2 GHz
Turbo Clock2800.0 MHz5.7 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--42.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--Yes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
L1 Cache1,792 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB1 MB
L3 Cache--128 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
SocketSocket 1090 FCBGAAMD Socket AM5
PCI Express--PCIe 5.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)6 W120 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--162 W
Tcase Max--47 °C
TJ Max--89 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCeleron N4020Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 600Radeon Graphics
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.