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Intel Celeron N3160 vs Intel Core i5-4200U. Specifications, performance, tests

Overall score
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Released
Q1/2016
Intel Celeron N3160
Intel Celeron N3160
Released
Q3/2013
Overall score
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Intel Core i5-4200U
Intel Core i5-4200U

Compare Intel Celeron N3160 VS Intel Core i5-4200U. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

Intel Celeron N3160 boasts a maximum frequency of 1.60 GHz GHz. 4 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 6 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q1/2016, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

Intel Core i5-4200U features a maximum frequency of 1.60 GHz GHz. 2 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 15 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q3/2013, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1483 left arrow score
  • More number of cores

    2 times more cores

    4 left arrow 2
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    6 W left arrow 15 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Celeron N3160 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    1043 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    998 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1417 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1434 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1480 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    839 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    775 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    804 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    738 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    307 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1224 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    290 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    300 place
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1290 left arrow score
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 14 % better overclocked clock speed

    2.60 GHz left arrow 2.24 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core i5-4200U CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    514 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    484 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    849 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    846 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1087 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1278 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1134 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    549 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    654 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    426 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    654 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    302 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1034 place

Specifications

Technical data
Intel Celeron N3160 Intel Celeron N3160
Intel Core i5-4200U Intel Core i5-4200U
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Mobile left arrow Mobile
  • Family
    Intel Celeron left arrow Intel Core i5
  • Generation
    8 left arrow 4
  • CPU group
    Intel Celeron J3000/N3000 left arrow Intel Core i 4000U
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    1.60 GHz left arrow 1.60 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4 left arrow 2
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    2.24 GHz left arrow 2.60 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4 left arrow 4
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow Yes
  • Overclocking
    No left arrow No
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    Intel HD Graphics 400 left arrow Intel HD Graphics 4400
  • GPU frequency
    0.32 GHz left arrow 0.20 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    0.64 GHz left arrow 1.00 GHz
  • Execution units
    12 left arrow 20
  • Shader
    96 left arrow 160
  • Max. GPU Memory
    8 GB left arrow 2 GB
  • Max. displays
    3 left arrow 3
  • Generation
    8 left arrow 7.5
  • DirectX Version
    12 left arrow 11.1
  • Technology
    14 nm left arrow 22 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2015 left arrow Q2/2013
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    Decode left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode left arrow Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode left arrow Decode
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by Intel Core i5-4200U and Intel Celeron N3160. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR3L-1600 SO-DIMM left arrow DDR3L-1600 SO-DIMM
  • ECC
    No left arrow No
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 2
  • PCIe version
    2.0 left arrow 2.0
  • PCIe lanes
    4 left arrow 12
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of Intel Celeron N3160 and Intel Core i5-4200U to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    6 W left arrow 15 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by Intel Celeron N3160 and Intel Core i5-4200U, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT left arrow VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2 left arrow SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
  • L3-Cache
    2.00 MB left arrow 3.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Braswell left arrow Haswell U
  • Technology
    14 nm left arrow 22 nm
  • Socket
    BGA 1170 left arrow BGA 1168
  • Release date
    Q1/2016 left arrow Q3/2013

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between Intel Celeron N3160 and Intel Core i5-4200U.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
38
Intel Celeron N3160
89
Intel Core i5-4200U
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
136
Intel Celeron N3160
231
Intel Core i5-4200U
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
210
Intel Celeron N3160
538
Intel Core i5-4200U
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
709
Intel Celeron N3160
1122
Intel Core i5-4200U
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
134
Intel Celeron N3160
320
Intel Core i5-4200U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
943
Intel Celeron N3160
2450
Intel Core i5-4200U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
3161
Intel Celeron N3160
4560
Intel Core i5-4200U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
0.44
Intel Celeron N3160
1.03
Intel Core i5-4200U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
1.67
Intel Celeron N3160
2.36
Intel Core i5-4200U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
The iGPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene, based on CINEMA 4D
13.3
Intel Celeron N3160
14.8
Intel Core i5-4200U
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
1950
Intel Celeron N3160
3358
Intel Core i5-4200U

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