Intel Celeron G1830

Intel's Celeron G1830 is a desktop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads, built on the Haswell architecture using Intel's 22 nm process. It runs at a fixed 2.80 GHz base clock with no boost clock, uses Intel Socket 1150, and carries a 54 W TDP. Its aggregate benchmark score of 456 places it in the 7th percentile of all CPUs in the database, an important context for everything that follows.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The benchmark data draws a clear line between single-core and multi-core throughput. In Cinebench R23, the G1830 scores 187 in the single-core test and 1326 in the multi-core test. In Cinebench R20, the single-core score is 78 and the multi-core score is 556. The R15 multi-core result is 133. These numbers show that using both available threads produces a substantially higher score than relying on one core, but they also show that the absolute ceiling is low.

Because the processor has only 2 threads, multi-core scaling has a hard limit. The higher multi-core result does not imply broad parallel strength; it simply reflects that two cores can complete work faster than one. Real workloads that cannot split across threads will hit the single-core ceiling defined by the 187 R23 score and the 78 R20 score. By contrast, workloads that divide cleanly across both threads will get closer to the 1326 R23 multi-core result. The absence of a boost clock means there is no temporary single-thread speedup available, so the 2.80 GHz clock is the maximum frequency in every scenario.

The aggregate position reinforces this picture. With a 7th-percentile standing and an average benchmark score of 456, the G1830 is positioned well below the mainstream field. The gap between single-core and multi-core scores is consistent with a 2-thread Haswell design, but the absolute values are what matter most for workload planning.

Who Should Consider It

The benchmark results point toward a narrow set of use cases. For heavy creation workloads, the multi-core scores of 133 in R15, 556 in R20, and 1326 in R23 offer limited headroom for rendering or sustained processing. The low single-core scores further suggest that even lightly threaded productivity tasks will not feel fast by current database standards. The G1830 is not a chip designed for demanding games or serious content creation.

The more plausible scenario is a basic desktop build where the integrated Intel HD (Haswell) graphics removes the need for a separate graphics card. Light everyday tasks, such as document editing or web browsing, may be acceptable if the workload does not push the single core beyond its limits. For gaming, the low aggregate percentile and low single-core score indicate that CPU-bound scenes will be constrained, though no gaming-specific benchmark is included in the data. For office-style use, the lack of ECC memory support and the DDR3-only memory interface also define a conventional desktop rather than a workstation platform.

The multiplier is locked, and there is no boost clock, so there is no overclocking or turbo headroom to recover additional performance. Users with an existing Socket 1150 board might consider this chip as a basic drop-in processor, but anyone expecting multi-threaded creation capability or strong single-thread response should look elsewhere.

Benchmark Performance

The G1830 achieves an average benchmark score of 456. That score sits at the edge of a very tight cluster of nearest rivals. The Intel Core i5-4200Y has an average score of 455, with a delta of 0.1%. The AMD Athlon II X3 420e also averages 455, with a delta of 0.2%. The Intel Xeon E5335 and the Intel Celeron J4005 both average 452, each with a delta of 0.8%. This means the G1830 leads every listed rival, but the margins are extremely small: all deltas are under 1%.

The practical takeaway is that the aggregate data treats the G1830 and its four nearest rivals as near-equivalents. A 0.1% gap over the i5-4200Y is effectively a tie. A 0.8% gap over the Xeon E5335 and the Celeron J4005 is still close enough that per-test workloads will matter more than the aggregate score. The Cinebench results reinforce the same conclusion: 1326 in R23 multi-core and 556 in R20 multi-core are low in absolute terms, and the single-core scores of 187 and 78 put the G1830 in a performance class where no single benchmark result should be overinterpreted.

Platform and Compatibility

The G1830 is a Socket 1150 processor built on the Haswell architecture. Its 22 nm process die contains 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² footprint. The cache layout is 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 3 MB L3 cache. Memory support is DDR3 through a dual-channel bus, and ECC memory is not supported.

PCIe connectivity is Gen 3. The integrated graphics block is Intel HD (Haswell), which means a basic system does not require a discrete GPU. The processor is not multiplier unlocked, and there is no boost clock. Its release date is 2013-11-30, and the production status is listed as Active. For upgrade considerations, the platform is tied to Intel Socket 1150, so any CPU replacement must remain within that socket family. The DDR3-only memory support and lack of ECC further limit the platform to general desktop use rather than memory-critical server or workstation configurations.

How It Compares

Intel Core i5-4200Y: This is the closest rival. The G1830 averages 456, the i5-4200Y averages 455, and the delta is 0.1%. The aggregate benchmark profile does not separate them in any meaningful way.

AMD Athlon II X3 420e: This rival also averages 455, with a delta of 0.2%. The G1830 is marginally ahead, but the gap is small enough that the two processors should be considered statistically comparable in aggregate terms.

Intel Xeon E5335: The Xeon E5335 averages 452, and the G1830 leads by 0.8%. The delta is slightly larger than the two closest rivals, but it still places both processors in the same aggregate performance neighborhood.

Intel Celeron J4005: The J4005 averages 452, with the same 0.8% delta. The G1830 holds a narrow aggregate lead, but the data suggests these two processors occupy the same general capability tier.

FAQ

Q: What Cinebench R23 scores does the Intel Celeron G1830 produce?

A: It scores 187 in single-core and 1326 in multi-core.

Q: Which socket does the G1830 use?

A: It uses Intel Socket 1150.

Q: Does the G1830 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported. Memory support is DDR3 with a dual-channel bus.

Q: How close is the G1830 to its nearest rival?

A: Its average score is 456, while the nearest rival, Intel Core i5-4200Y, scores 455, a delta of 0.1%.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, and there is no boost clock.

Q: What is the release date?

A: The release date is 2013-11-30.

Power and Thermals

The G1830 carries a 54 W TDP, placing it in a moderate power class for a desktop processor. The fixed 2.80 GHz clock and the absence of a boost clock mean the CPU does not have a higher transient clock state to manage, which keeps thermal behavior relatively predictable. A basic desktop air cooler should be sufficient for this power level.

The 22 nm process and 2-core, 2-thread design keep the thermal envelope modest. The integrated Intel HD (Haswell) graphics adds to the platform's total heat, but the CPU-side thermal requirement is defined by the 54 W TDP. For a Socket 1150 system, this is not a demanding part in terms of cooling, even though its benchmark standing is low. The Active production status means it can still appear in builds, but the power and thermal profile does not change the earlier performance conclusion: this is a modest processor with low aggregate benchmark results.