Intel Celeron G3930 socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Celeron G3930 uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 1 boards with 100 and 200 series chipsets. It is a dual core chip at 2.9 GHz for office towers.
- Socket
- LGA 1151 (revision 1)
- Launched
- January 2017
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 2
- Base power
- 51 W
- Codename
- Kaby Lake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Celeron
- Clocks
- 2.9 / 2.9 GHz
Intel Celeron G3930 specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 2 |
| Core architecture | Kaby Lake on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 2.9 GHz base, no Turbo Boost |
| Cache | 2 MB |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 51 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2133 and DDR3L 1333/1600, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes from the CPU |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 610 |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| ECC memory | Yes |
| Package | FCLGA1151 (37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Celeron G3930 needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series: B365 and Z390 | Z390, B365 | Not supported |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Not supported |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Works out of the box |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Needs a BIOS update Needs a BIOS update before a 7th Gen processor will start. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.
LGA 1151 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,151 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | August 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Celeron G3930 is
The Celeron G3930 is a two core, two thread desktop processor from Kaby Lake. It launched in January 2017 with a fixed 2.9 GHz at 51 W. Two cores cover office towers, point of sale terminals and school PCs where cost decides the build.
Two megabytes of cache feed foreground tasks with updates in the background. The fixed 2.9 GHz gives steady pace for documents and browsing. Fifty one watts fit stock tower cooling without special cases.
HD Graphics 610 drives office monitors with hardware decode for video. No Hyper-Threading is present, so thread count equals core count. The chip suits fleets where many seats need basic pace.
On 14 nm the G3930 is the entry Kaby Lake desktop above the low power T part. Intel listed it near $42 tray pricing for volume buyers. ECC support helps entry servers on validated boards.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The G3930 fits LGA 1151 revision 1 only. B250 and H270 boards accept it natively, while H110 may need a BIOS update for Kaby Lake. Three hundred series boards never support it.
The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers revision 1 matching. Used board buyers should check the CPU support list for the exact stepping.
The Pentium Intel Pentium G4560 on the same socket adds Hyper-Threading for multitasking. The low power G3930T is the 35 W alternative for small cases.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2133 or DDR3L in two channels up to 64 GB is the support. ECC validates on server style boards for entry reliability. Matched pairs help graphics output.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes wire a single graphics slot or NVMe storage. Office builds use integrated output for two displays. SSDs cover boot speed more than CPU clocks here.
Fifty one watts work with stock 65 W class coolers on the 75 mm pattern. Small towers share coolers with LGA 1155, 1150 and LGA 1200. Dust filters help fleet longevity.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket the move is a Pentium G4600 for threads or a Core i3-7100 for clocks, reusing board and memory. A Core i5-7400 brings four cores where office loads grow.
Beyond revision 1 a new board is required. Most owners add an SSD first, since storage limits office pace more than dual cores.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Celeron G3930 use?
It uses LGA 1151 revision 1 on 100 and 200 series boards.
How many cores does the G3930 have?
Two cores with two threads at a fixed 2.9 GHz and 51 W.
What graphics are in the G3930?
Intel HD Graphics 610 for office displays.
Does the G3930 support ECC?
Yes, where boards validate ECC memory.
When did the G3930 launch?
January 2017 with the Kaby Lake desktop lineup.
Sources and verification
- Intel Celeron Processor G3930 specifications (Intel)
- Intel Celeron G3930 product specifications (Archive.org ARK)
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