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Celeron G3900E

2 cores · 2 threads · up to 2.4 GHz on .

1.9 · 15 votes

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Cores
2
Threads
2
Boost
2.4 GHz
L3 cache
2 MB
TDP
35W
Socket

Performance breakdown

Gaming1
Productivity1
Single-core1
Multi-core8
Power efficiency1

Lab scores

Performance score1
Cores2
Threads2
Boost clock (GHz)2.4 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p2 fps
1440p2 fps
4K1 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Skylake
Process node
14 nm
Release year
2016
Total cores
2
Threads
2
Integrated graphics
Intel HD Graphics 510
Clocks & cache
Boost clock
2.4 GHz
Multiplier
24
L1 cache
128 KB
L2 cache
0.5 MB
L3 cache
2 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR3-1866
Max capacity
64 GB
Channels
2
Max bandwidth
34.134 GB/s
Base power (TDP)
35W
PCIe
PCIe 3.0
Launch price
$107
Technologies
Extensions
AES-NI, VT-x, VT-d
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like it for basic office work and media PCs since it's cheap and runs cool. The main gripe is it feels slow with anything beyond light tasks.

Pros
  • Sips power for basic office tasks
  • Keeps cool without loud fans
  • Plays 4K video smoothly enough
  • Boots older systems reliably fast
Cons
  • Only two cores for modern multitasking
  • Integrated graphics too weak for gaming
  • No real overclocking headroom
Verdict

Our verdict on the Celeron G3900E

An entry-level Skylake dual-core chip for basic office tasks, held back by lacking hyper-threading support.

Get it if you need a dirt-cheap CPU for a basic office PC or a low-power embedded system that won't be pushed hard. Skip it if you plan to multitask, game, or run anything beyond light web browsing and document editing.

Buy it if…

  • You want a cheap office PC for web browsing and email.
  • You need a low-wattage CPU for a basic home server.
  • You are building a retro Windows 7 gaming machine.
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