Intel Celeron G6900T vs Intel Core i5-8365UE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep in favor of the Intel Core i5-8365UE across every shared benchmark. The Celeron G6900T does not win a single head-to-head test, with the i5-8365UE taking all five comparisons.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i5-8365UE scores 474 against the Celeron's 314, a 33.8% advantage. The same delta appears in Cinebench R20 multicore, where the i5 reaches 1978 versus 1309, again a 33.8% gap. Cinebench R23 multicore follows the identical pattern: 4710 for the i5, 3117 for the Celeron, with the same 33.8% margin.

Single-core results tell a similar story. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the i5-8365UE posts 279 while the Celeron manages 184, a 34.1% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core sees the i5 at 665 versus 440, a 33.8% gap. The consistency of these deltas across both multicore and single-core tests suggests the performance difference is structural rather than workload-specific.

The average benchmark score reinforces this picture. The Celeron G6900T averages 1321 points, while the i5-8365UE averages 1362. On percentile ranking, the Celeron sits at the 35th percentile of all CPUs, while the i5 sits just above at the 36th percentile. Despite the large head-to-head margins, both chips occupy a similar low-to-mid position in the overall CPU landscape.

Nearest rival data places the Celeron in company with older desktop parts. The Intel Core i5-4570R scores 1318, just 0.2% behind the Celeron, while the Core i7-3770T scores 1314, 0.6% behind. The Core i5-2500K edges ahead at 1329, a 0.6% margin over the Celeron. The i5-8365UE, by contrast, sits alongside the Core i5-6500T at an identical 1362, with the Core i7-3820QM 0.3% ahead and the Xeon D-1521 0.4% ahead. These rival clusters show that both chips are comparable in raw aggregate score, but the i5 delivers its average with far more consistency across the tested workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and target different market segments. The Celeron G6900T uses Alder Lake architecture on a 10 nm process node, while the i5-8365UE uses Whiskey Lake architecture on a 14 nm node. Despite the newer node, the Celeron does not translate that advantage into superior performance in the measured benchmarks.

Core configuration differs substantially. The Celeron has 2 cores and 2 threads, while the i5-8365UE has 4 cores and 8 threads. This 2x core count and 4x thread count explains the consistent multicore advantage for the i5. The Celeron's base clock is 2.80 GHz with no boost clock listed, while the i5 has a 1600.00 MHz base clock (1.60 GHz) and a 4.10 GHz boost clock. The i5's ability to reach 4.10 GHz under load gives it a significant single-thread advantage despite its lower base frequency.

Cache hierarchy differs notably. The Celeron has 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with 4 MB of shared L3. The i5-8365UE has 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 6 MB of shared L3. The Celeron's larger per-core L1 and L2 are offset by the i5's larger total L3 pool, which benefits the 8-thread workload pattern.

Memory support diverges as well. The Celeron supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the i5 supports only DDR4. Both run dual-channel memory. The i5 lists a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, while the Celeron does not have a recorded bandwidth figure. PCIe generations also differ: the Celeron supports Gen 5, while the i5 supports Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Socket and form factor separate the two clearly. The Celeron uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets the desktop market, while the i5 uses Intel BGA 1528 and targets mobile. Thermal design power differs by 20 watts: the Celeron is rated at 35 W, the i5 at 15 W. The lower TDP of the i5 is notable given its superior performance, indicating that core count and boost behavior matter more than raw power envelope in these tests.

Integrated graphics also differ. The Celeron carries UHD Graphics 710, while the i5 carries UHD Graphics 620. Neither benchmark set in the database includes graphics tests, so the comparison must remain limited to CPU compute performance.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows no benchmark category where the Celeron G6900T wins. Every recorded test favors the i5-8365UE. The Celeron's only relative strength is its newer process node and PCIe Gen 5 support, which are architectural features not reflected in CPU compute benchmarks.

The i5-8365UE wins decisively in all multicore workloads. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore tests all show a 33.8% advantage over the Celeron. This makes the i5 the clear choice for rendering, compilation, or any task that scales with thread count. The 4-core, 8-thread configuration provides twice the physical cores and four times the logical threads of the Celeron.

Single-core performance also favors the i5, with margins of 33.8% to 34.1% across Cinebench tests. The 4.10 GHz boost clock on the i5 versus the Celeron's fixed 2.80 GHz explains this gap. Tasks like application launch, spreadsheet calculations, or light code editing would benefit from the i5's higher peak frequency.

The Celeron's advantages are limited to platform-level features. It supports DDR5 memory, which may matter for future upgrade paths. It uses PCIe Gen 5, which could benefit storage or GPU bandwidth in a desktop build. However, the database does not include benchmarks that measure these platform differences, so their practical impact remains unquantified.

The i5-8365UE also has a lower TDP of 15 W versus the Celeron's 35 W. This means the faster chip also runs cooler and uses less power in sustained loads. For mobile or embedded use cases, this combination of higher performance and lower power draw is particularly relevant.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-8365UE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Celeron G6900T has 2 cores and 2 threads.

Q: What is the performance difference in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The i5-8365UE scores 4710, while the Celeron G6900T scores 3117. The i5 leads by 33.8%.

Q: Which chip has a higher boost clock?

A: The i5-8365UE has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Celeron G6900T has no recorded boost clock, with a base clock of 2.80 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: No. The Celeron G6900T supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the i5-8365UE supports only DDR4.

Q: Which chip has a larger L3 cache?

A: The i5-8365UE has 6 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Celeron G6900T has 4 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Celeron G6900T averages 1321 points, while the i5-8365UE averages 1362 points.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i5-8365UE outperforms the Intel Celeron G6900T in every measured test, with margins consistently around 34% in both single-core and multicore workloads. The Celeron's newer Alder Lake architecture and 10 nm process node do not compensate for its 2-core, 2-thread configuration against the i5's 4-core, 8-thread design.

Users who need CPU compute performance should choose the i5-8365UE. It delivers higher scores across all Cinebench tests, has a higher boost clock, and does so with a lower TDP of 15 W versus 35 W. The i5 also offers a larger L3 cache of 6 MB versus 4 MB, which supports its multithreaded workload advantage.

The Celeron G6900T is only preferable in scenarios where its platform features matter more than compute performance. It supports DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, which the i5 cannot offer. For a desktop system where those features are critical, the Celeron provides a path to newer memory and storage standards. However, the database does not contain benchmarks that quantify the real-world benefit of these platform differences.

The average benchmark scores place both chips within 3% of each other (1321 versus 1362), and both sit at the 35th and 36th percentiles respectively. This suggests that while the i5 is clearly superior in direct comparison, neither chip is positioned as a high-performance part in the broader CPU market. The i5 is the stronger choice for any compute-focused task; the Celeron is the choice only for platform-specific needs.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Celeron G6900T | Intel Core i5-8365UE |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 2 | 4 |

| Threads | 2 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.80 GHz | 1600.00 MHz |

| Boost Clock | None listed | 4.10 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1528 |

| Architecture | Alder Lake | Whiskey Lake |

| Codename | Alder Lake-S | Whiskey Lake-U |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 256 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not listed | 38.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5 | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 710 | UHD Graphics 620 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2022-01-03 | 2019-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | $42 | $297 |

| Part Number | SRL68 | SRFDU |