Intel Celeron N4120 vs Intel Core i3-4030U

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Performance
Celeron N41204% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
Core i3-4030U
2,5587% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 4% better performance than the Core i3-4030U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
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Core i3-4030U
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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron N4120 CPU

The Intel Celeron N4120 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N4120 is compatible with FCBGA1090 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 N4120 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 N4120 features 4 total cores which can process 4 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 2600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron N4120 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 N4120 has the 552nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-4030U CPU

The Intel Core i3-4030U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i3-4030U is compatible with FCBGA1168 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 4400 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-4030U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-4030U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1900.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-4030U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 4400. 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 Core i3-4030U has the 563rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.92% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

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

InfoCeleron N4120Core i3-4030U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Market SegmentMobileMobile
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron N41204% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
Core i3-4030U
2,5587% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 4% better performance than the Core i3-4030U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron N4120 is ranked 552nd with a score of 2,668.5, and the Core i3-4030U is ranked 563rd with a score of 2,558.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
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Core i3-4030U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Celeron N4120 and the Core i3-4030U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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 N4120 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core m5-6Y572,681+0%
Core m7-6Y752,678.5+0%
Celeron N41202,668.5
Core i5-2467M2,666.5-0%
A10-5750M2,658-0%
Core i5-4302Y2,583-3%
Core m3-8100Y2,579.5-3%
Core i3-4030U2,558-4%
Core m5-6Y542,529-5%
A12-9700P2,527-5%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

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 N4120Core i3-4030U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,668.5
(+4.32%)
2,558
3DMark Time Spy CPU
938.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
224
(+17.28%)
191
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
73.2
(+4.57%)
70
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
806
1,155
(+43.3%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
324
565
(+74.38%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,525
(+34.67%)
1,875
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,096
(+6.82%)
1,026
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 N4120Core i3-4030U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm22 nm

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 N4120Core i3-4030U
CodenameGemini Lake RefreshHaswell

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 N4120Core i3-4030U
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed1100.0 MHz1900.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2600.0 MHz--

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 N4120Core i3-4030U
L1 Cache1,792 KB128 KB
L2 Cache4 MB512 KB
L3 Cache--3 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 N4120Core i3-4030U
SocketFCBGA1090FCBGA1168
Thermal Design Power (TDP)6 W15 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCeleron N4120Core i3-4030U
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 600Intel HD Graphics 4400

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