Intel Celeron N4120 vs Intel Core i5-430M

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Performance
Celeron N41203% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
Core i5-430M
2,5947% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 3% better performance than the Core i5-430M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
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Core i5-430M
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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 i5-430M CPU

The Intel Core i5-430M is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2010. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Arrandale microarchitecture. The i5-430M is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-430M supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-430M 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 256 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 i5-430M 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 2.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 2.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-430M does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-430M has the 559th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.01% 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 i5-430M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q1 2010
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron N41203% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
Core i5-430M
2,5947% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 3% better performance than the Core i5-430M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron N4120 is ranked 552nd with a score of 2,668.5, and the Core i5-430M is ranked 559th with a score of 2,594.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
No data available
Core i5-430M
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Celeron N4120 and the Core i5-430M 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 M-5Y10a2,605-2%
A10-4600M2,596.5-3%
Core i5-430M2,594-3%
Core i5-460M2,587-3%
Core i5-4302Y2,583-3%

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 i5-430M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,668.5
(+2.87%)
2,594
3DMark Time Spy CPU
938.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
224
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
73.2
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
806
(+24.19%)
649
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
324
324
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,525
(+110.59%)
1,199
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,096
(+11.84%)
980
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 i5-430M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm32 nm
Transistors--382 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 N4120Core i5-430M
Series--Core i5
Microarchitecture--Arrandale
CodenameGemini Lake RefreshArrandale
Memory Support--DDR3
ECC Memory--No

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 i5-430M
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed1100.0 MHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock2600.0 MHz2.5 GHz
Base Clock--133 MHz
Multiplier--17.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

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 i5-430M
L1 Cache1,792 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB256 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 i5-430M
SocketFCBGA1090Intel Socket G1
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)6 W35 W
TJ Max105 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCeleron N4120Core i5-430M
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 600Motherboard Dependent
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, Turbo Boost, AES-NI, Smart Cache

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