Intel Celeron G6900E vs Intel Core i5-8365UE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core i5-8365UE wins every multi-core benchmark in the database. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 4710 against the Celeron G6900E's 3632, a 22.9% advantage. The gap is consistent across Cinebench R15 (474 vs 366) and R20 (1978 vs 1525).

Q: Does the Celeron G6900E win any benchmark?

A: No. The head-to-head data shows the Core i5-8365UE wins all six recorded benchmark comparisons. The Celeron's closest result is a 22.7% deficit in Cinebench R15 single-core, where it scores 51 versus 66.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The Core i5-8365UE leads in every single-core test. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 665 versus 512 for the Celeron, a 23% difference. The R20 single-core result is 279 versus 215, and R15 single-core is 66 versus 51.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each CPU?

A: The Core i5-8365UE has an average benchmark score of 1362, while the Celeron G6900E scores 1321. The Core i5 sits at the 36th percentile of all CPUs, just ahead of the Celeron's 35th percentile.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Core i5-8365UE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Celeron G6900E has 2 cores and 2 threads. Thread count doubles the physical core count on the Core i5, while the Celeron runs a single thread per core.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Celeron G6900E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core i5-8365UE supports DDR4 only. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design eras and target different market segments. The Celeron G6900E is built on Alder Lake architecture, specifically the Alder Lake-S desktop variant, using a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry. The Core i5-8365UE is based on Whiskey Lake, the Whiskey Lake-U mobile variant, built on a 14 nm process node. This generational gap explains several key differences in feature support and efficiency characteristics.

Core configuration is the most immediate architectural split. The Celeron G6900E offers 2 physical cores with 2 threads, meaning no Hyper-Threading support. The Core i5-8365UE doubles that to 4 physical cores and 8 threads, effectively quadrupling the thread count. Cache hierarchies differ accordingly. The Celeron allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, with 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5 uses smaller per-core allocations, 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2, but compensates with a larger 6 MB shared L3 pool.

Memory support reflects the newer platform. The Celeron G6900E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core i5-8365UE is limited to DDR4. The Core i5 has a rated memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the Celeron. PCIe connectivity also differs sharply: the Celeron supports PCIe Gen 5, while the Core i5 uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics are another point of separation. The Celeron G6900E pairs with UHD Graphics 710, while the Core i5-8365UE uses UHD Graphics 620. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier, and both lack ECC memory support. The Celeron targets the desktop Socket 1700, while the Core i5 is a mobile part soldered to BGA 1528. The Core i5 carries the part number SRFDU and launched with a $297 MSRP. The Celeron's launch MSRP is not recorded.

The production status for both is listed as Active, and both are multiplier locked. The release dates place the Celeron in January 2022 and the Core i5 in April 2019, roughly three years apart.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clean sweep for the Core i5-8365UE across all six recorded tests. The smallest margin is a 22.7% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Core i5 scores 66 against the Celeron's 51. The same test in multi-core shows a 22.8% gap, 474 versus 366.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the Core i5 extends its lead slightly. The multi-core result is 1978 versus 1525, a 22.9% difference, and the single-core result is 279 versus 215, also 22.9%. Cinebench R23 follows the same pattern. The multi-core score of 4710 versus 3632 represents a 22.9% advantage, while the single-core score of 665 versus 512 is the largest margin recorded at 23%.

The Geekbench results, recorded only for the Celeron G6900E, show a multi-core score of 2702 and a single-core score of 1561. These scores have no direct head-to-head comparison in the database. The overall benchmark picture is consistent: the Core i5-8365UE leads by roughly 23% in every directly comparable test.

Looking at the broader competitive context, the Celeron G6900E's average score of 1321 places it alongside the Intel Celeron G6900T (1321, 0% delta) and the Intel Core i5-4570R (1318, 0.2% delta). The Core i5-8365UE's average score of 1362 matches the Intel Core i5-6500T exactly (1362, 0% delta) and sits within a tight band around the Intel Core i7-3820QM (1366, -0.3% delta). Both CPUs land near the 35th to 36th percentile of all CPUs, indicating they occupy similar overall performance tiers despite the Core i5's consistent benchmark lead.

Specification Differences

The specification table reveals a processor pair with very different physical and platform profiles. The Celeron G6900E operates at a 3.00 GHz base clock with no boost clock listed, while the Core i5-8365UE has a 1600.00 MHz base clock and a 4.10 GHz boost clock. The Celeron has a notably higher power envelope at 46 W TDP, while the Core i5 is rated at 15 W TDP.

Socket compatibility is entirely different. The Celeron uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop builds, while the Core i5 uses Intel BGA 1528 for mobile integration. The process node favors the Celeron at 10 nm versus 14 nm for the Core i5, though both are manufactured by Intel.

Memory support favors the Celeron with DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility, while the Core i5 supports only DDR4. The Core i5 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s; no bandwidth figure is listed for the Celeron. PCIe generation also differs, with the Celeron featuring Gen 5 and the Core i5 limited to Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Cache allocations are structured differently. The Celeron provides 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core, while the Core i5 provides 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core. The Celeron has 4 MB shared L3, while the Core i5 has 6 MB shared L3.

Integrated graphics differ, with the Celeron using UHD Graphics 710 and the Core i5 using UHD Graphics 620. The market segment is Desktop for the Celeron and Mobile for the Core i5. Release dates show the Celeron arriving in January 2022 and the Core i5 in April 2019. The Core i5 has a launch MSRP of $297 and a part number of SRFDU; neither is recorded for the Celeron. Both processors are active production parts with locked multipliers and no ECC support.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i5-8365UE wins every benchmark comparison in the database, so the use-case split is primarily about platform fit rather than raw performance. The Core i5's 4 cores and 8 threads give it a clear advantage in multi-threaded rendering tasks. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 4710 versus 3632 for the Celeron translates to roughly 30% more throughput in heavily threaded workloads. The consistent 22.7% to 23% lead across all Cinebench tests, both single and multi-core, indicates the Core i5 is the stronger choice for any CPU-bound application.

The Celeron G6900E's appeal lies in its platform features. It is the only one of the two with DDR5 memory support, and its PCIe Gen 5 interface is a generation ahead of the Core i5's PCIe Gen 3. For desktop builders on Socket 1700 who want access to newer memory and expansion standards, the Celeron provides a path to those technologies, albeit with lower raw compute performance.

The power envelope tells a different story. The Core i5-8365UE draws 15 W TDP, less than a third of the Celeron's 46 W TDP, while delivering higher scores in every benchmark. For fanless designs, compact mobile devices, or systems where thermal headroom is tight, the Core i5 is the more efficient option. The Celeron's higher TDP and desktop socket suggest it is intended for basic always-on systems where power draw is less critical.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Core i5 again has the edge with a 23% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core (665 versus 512). The Celeron's lack of a boost clock means it cannot dynamically raise frequency under load, while the Core i5's 4.10 GHz boost ceiling gives it headroom for bursty workloads.

The average benchmark scores place both CPUs within a single percentile point of each other, 36th versus 35th. The Core i5's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-6500T and Intel Core i7-3820QM, while the Celeron sits alongside the Intel Celeron G6900T and Intel Core i5-4570R. This suggests the Celeron is competitive with older desktop quad-cores, while the Core i5 competes with older mobile and desktop i5 and i7 parts.

In summary, the Core i5-8365UE is the performance winner across all measured benchmarks, offering roughly 23% more performance in every Cinebench test while using a fraction of the power. The Celeron G6900E wins on platform modernity, with DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 5, and it remains a viable option for low-cost desktop systems where those features matter more than compute throughput.