Performance comparison: which is faster?
Core i3-4130 (Intel, 2014) and Celeron G5905 (Intel, 2021) are compared here. Compare not only scores, but also whether the motherboard can be reused and which GPU class is balanced with each CPU.
Overall performance: i3-4130 is about 5.3% faster
The sockets differ (LGA1150 / LGA1200), so switching requires a motherboard replacement. For games, performance balance with the GPU (guideline CPU:GPU = 0.9:1) matters more than CPU speed alone.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual speed varies by workload, cooling, and memory configuration.
| Item | i3-4130 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 4,000 | 3,800 |
| Generation | 4th Gen | Celeron |
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1200 |
| Release Year | 2014 | 2021 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Compatible GPU Example | GeForce GTX 1050 | GeForce GTX 950 |
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize maximum speed for heavy work or a high-end GPU | i3-4130 |
| Upgrade while reusing the current motherboard | Choose the CPU matching your motherboard socket |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | Celeron G5905 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
i3-4130 is about 5.3% higher by score (i3-4130: 4000 points / Celeron G5905: 3800 points). For gaming, the GPU tier usually matters more than a few percent of CPU difference. For CPU-heavy work such as video editing and streaming, choose the faster CPU.
i3-4130 is 4th Gen, while Celeron G5905 is Celeron.The sockets differ (LGA1150 / LGA1200), so switching requires a motherboard replacement.
Using our CPU:GPU = 0.9:1 guideline, GeForce GTX 1050 pairs well with i3-4130 and GeForce GTX 950 pairs well with Celeron G5905. If either GPU is too strong or too weak, one part holds the other back.
