Name: Intel Celeron G3920
Brand: Intel

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Celeron G3920

Overall score

4.3

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

7.0

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel

Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

Performance

3.0

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

N/A

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cache & Architecture

4.5

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

Memory & PCIe

5.3

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A

Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

Integrated Graphics

6.4

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

Power & Thermal

6.7

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A

Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

Intel Celeron G3920 vs the average processor

Why is Intel Celeron G3920 better than the average processor?

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Includes stock cooler
Intel Celeron G3920 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Celeron G3920 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
Supports ECC memory
Intel Celeron G3920 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Celeron G3920 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
3.12x more popular
Intel Celeron G3920 is more popular than the average processor (3.12 vs 1,000).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Intel Celeron G3920 is more popular than the average processor (3.12 vs 1,000).3.12 vs 1
15.7% smaller die size
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower die size than the average processor (150 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <150 mm²
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower die size than the average processor (150 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².150 mm² vs 178 mm²
20.3% lower boost power
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (51 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <50 W
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (51 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.51 W vs 64 W
Modern CPU socket
Intel Celeron G3920 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.
Importance: HIGH
Intel Celeron G3920 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).LGA1151 vs FP2
3.57x cheaper
Intel Celeron G3920 is cheaper than the average processor (£70 vs £250).
Intel Celeron G3920 is cheaper than the average processor (£70 vs £250).£70 vs £250
Modern CPU socket
Intel Celeron G3920 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).
15.7% smaller die size
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower die size than the average processor (150 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
Supports ECC memory
Intel Celeron G3920 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Celeron G3920 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
20.3% lower boost power
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (51 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

Why is Intel Celeron G3920 worse than the average processor?

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Narrower instruction support
Intel Celeron G3920 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
5 year/s older release date
Intel Celeron G3920 has an older release date than the average processor (2015 vs 2020).
October 2,015
No crypto acceleration
Intel Celeron G3920 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
58.7% lower single-core score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (607 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
87.3% lower multi-core score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (607 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
28.6% weaker single-core performance
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,772 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
77.8% lower PassMark score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,333 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
6 fewer CPU threads
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
No multithreading support
Intel Celeron G3920 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
1 fewer threads per core
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
No Turbo Boost
Intel Celeron G3920 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
41.7% less L3 per core
Intel Celeron G3920 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
16.7% larger process node
Intel Celeron G3920 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
75% smaller L3 cache
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
50% less L2 per core
Intel Celeron G3920 has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
71.7% fewer transistors
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Celeron G3920 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
25.5% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
27.3% lower memory speed
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
Older DDR support
Intel Celeron G3920 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
Inferior integrated GPU
Intel Celeron G3920 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 510 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
50% fewer GPU execution units
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
No configurable TDP
Intel Celeron G3920 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
13.3% higher base power
Intel Celeron G3920 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (51 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
58.7% lower single-core score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (607 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >2000
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (607 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.607 vs 1,471
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 8+
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
87.3% lower multi-core score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (607 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (607 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.607 vs 4,793
28.6% weaker single-core performance
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,772 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,772 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,772 vs 2,483
77.8% lower PassMark score
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,333 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
Intel Celeron G3920 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,333 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,333 vs 10,532.5
41.7% less L3 per core
Intel Celeron G3920 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=2 MB/core
Intel Celeron G3920 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core
6 fewer CPU threads
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 16+
Intel Celeron G3920 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.2 vs 8
Narrower instruction support
Intel Celeron G3920 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Celeron G3920 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Celeron G3920?

Cost-effective solution for ultra-budget desktop builds
Sufficient for basic productivity tasks like web browsing, email, and word processing
Low power consumption and thermal output, allowing for quiet or silent operation
Noticeably better performance when paired with an SSD compared to a traditional HDD
Includes integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a dedicated GPU in basic office setups

What customers dislike about Intel Celeron G3920?

Extremely weak multitasking due to having only 2 cores and 2 threads without hyperthreading
Poor gaming performance; struggles with modern titles and even older games may experience stuttering
High CPU usage (often 100%) even during simple background tasks like Windows updates
Not future-proof; lacks the power needed for modern software and multitasking demands
Small cache sizes (2MB L3) significantly limit peak performance compared to Pentium or Core i3 models

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29/03/2026

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The Intel Celeron G3920 is a 14nm Skylake-based, dual-core/dual-thread desktop processor running at 2.9 GHz for the LGA 1151 socket. Primarily designed for budget, entry-level computing, this 51W TDP chip supports DDR4-2133 memory and integrates Intel HD Graphics 510, offering a capable solution for basic tasks. Pros include capable 4K display support and low power consumption,...Read more

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Intel Celeron G3920 @ 2.90GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Celeron G3920 is a 2.90GHz dual-core Skylake processor with a 51W TDP, designed for basic computing tasks with a PassMark CPU Mark score of approximately 2,333. Pros include high energy efficiency, supporting up to 64GB of RAM, and reliable performance for standard office applications. However, cons include weak multitasking due to only two threads and poor 3D gaming...Read more

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04/10/2016

Core i3/i5, Pentium, Celeron Review: The Most Popular CPUs for Gaming and Office

This ComputerBase review analyzes the Skylake-based budget and mid-range lineup (Celeron G3900, Pentium G4400, Core i3-6100, Core i5-6500), highlighting efficient 14nm architecture and DDR4 support across the board. The Core i5-6500 acts as a capable, non-hyper-threaded quad-core, while the Core i3-6100 is highlighted for high-value gaming performance driven by its high base clock....Read more

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04/05/2016

Intel Celeron G3920 processor review: Skylake for a pittance

The Hardware.info review identifies the Intel Celeron G3920 as a budget-friendly LGA 1151 Skylake-based processor, offering a 14nm dual-core solution with a 2.9 GHz clock speed for entry-level tasks. It provides excellent power efficiency and platform longevity, supporting modern features like DDR4 memory, PCIe 3.0, and 4K display output at 60Hz via Intel HD Graphics 510. While...Read more

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CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Celeron G3920 (12T)

This CPU-Z validation highlights an Intel Core i9-13900K processor (Raptor Lake) pushed to an extreme 6.1 GHz overclock on a Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX motherboard, delivering exceptional single-thread (950) and multi-thread (17,250) performance. Pros of this configuration include unmatched raw speed for gaming and workstation tasks, backed by the modern, high-speed capabilities...Read more

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The CPU-Z Validator report for a Dell Latitude 3500 featuring an Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) shows a single-thread score of 439 and multi-thread score of 2127.3. This 15W quad-core processor delivers competent performance for its era, positioning it within the mid-range for 8th Gen mobile hardware, roughly equivalent in multi-threading to an Intel Core i3-10105, though it is...Read more

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The Intel Celeron G3920 is an ultra-budget 14nm Skylake desktop processor for the LGA 1151 socket, offering 2.9 GHz dual-core performance with 2 MB L3 cache and DDR4-2133 support. While energy-efficient (51W TDP) and capable of handling basic office tasks and 4K media, it lacks Hyper-Threading and Turbo Boost, resulting in weak performance for demanding applications and modern...Read more

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