Intel Celeron G4930 socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Celeron G4930 uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 2 boards. It is a locked 54 W dual-core chip for budget desktops on 300 series boards.
- Socket
- LGA 1151 (revision 2)
- Launched
- April 2019
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 2
- Base power
- 54 W
- Codename
- Coffee Lake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Celeron
- Clocks
- 3.2 / 3.2 GHz
Intel Celeron G4930 specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 2 (no Hyper-Threading) |
| Core architecture | Skylake based cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.2 GHz (no Turbo Boost) |
| Cache | 2 MB Intel Smart Cache (L3) |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 54 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 16 lanes from the CPU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 610 (350 MHz to 1.05 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| ECC memory | Supported |
| Package | FCLGA1151 |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Celeron G4930 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 | Works out of the box |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Works out of the box |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Not supported |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Not supported |
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 G4930 is
The Celeron G4930 is the standard power dual-core Celeron that Intel released in April 2019 for low cost desktops. Its two cores run at a fixed 3.2 GHz with no Turbo Boost, which keeps behavior predictable in shared family PCs and school machines. Cache is 2 MB of shared L3, enough for one demanding application at a time plus background tasks.
At 54 W the chip fits the stock Intel cooler supplied with boxed processors and runs cool in ordinary tower cases. It is built on the 14 nm process with a locked multiplier, so there is no overclocking headroom to chase. The fixed clock also simplifies troubleshooting, since speed never varies with temperature or load.
Intel UHD Graphics 610 runs from 350 MHz to 1.05 GHz and drives up to three displays from the motherboard outputs. That covers homework, video calls and media playback with no separate card. ECC memory is supported to 64 GB, which lets small workshops use the chip in a basic file server role.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The G4930 fits the LGA 1151 socket on revision 2 boards only. H310, B360, H370, Q370 and Z370 boards accept it, while B365 and Z390 boards take it with the shipping BIOS. Boards with 100 or 200 series chipsets are revision 1 and never support it, even though the processor drops into the socket.
H310 boards are the natural match for a budget build, since they cost little and still provide digital display outputs and M.2 slots on many models. B360 boards add more USB ports and a second memory channel layout that helps when two modules are fitted. Either choice keeps the platform balanced with a dual-core chip.
Early Z370 boards may need a BIOS update carrying Coffee Lake support before the G4930 will start. The board maker CPU support list names the minimum version, and the Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide explains why revision 1 and revision 2 boards do not mix.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
The memory controller supports DDR4 up to 2400 MT/s over two channels with a ceiling of 64 GB. A single 8 GB module is enough for web browsing and documents, while two matched modules open dual-channel mode and lift integrated graphics performance. ECC modules are supported where the board wiring allows it.
The processor provides 16 PCIe 3.0 lanes, so a low profile discrete card or an NVMe drive can join the integrated graphics without sharing bandwidth. Chipset lanes handle SATA drives and extra ports on 300 series boards. Cooling follows the 75 mm LGA 1151 pattern from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide, and the boxed cooler is sufficient with normal case airflow.
Power draw stays modest in practice because two cores at 3.2 GHz have little room to spike. A basic 300 W supply from a reputable maker leaves ample margin for the board, drives and fans. Dust filters and a clear front intake matter more to temperatures than cooler size at this power level.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the Pentium Gold G5420 adds Hyper-Threading for four threads at the same 54 W, which smooths multitasking on the same board. The Core i3-9100 moves to four physical cores for desks that run heavier software. Both keep the existing memory and cooler.
Higher up, the Intel Core i5-9400 brings six cores for family PCs that also edit photos or play games with a discrete card. The Intel Core i9-9900K is the ceiling of revision 2 for boards with strong power delivery. Each step keeps DDR4 memory while demanding a better cooler.
A move beyond LGA 1151 needs a new board because LGA 1200 processors do not fit. For a budget tower the sensible path is one in-socket upgrade to a used Core i3 or i5, then a full platform change years later when the board itself ages out.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Celeron G4930 use?
It uses LGA 1151 on revision 2 boards with 300 series chipsets, written FCLGA1151 in Intel documents.
What is the difference between the G4930 and the G4930T?
The G4930 runs at 3.2 GHz with a 54 W rating, while the G4930T drops to 3.0 GHz at 35 W for small enclosures. Both share 2 MB of cache and UHD 610 graphics.
What memory does the G4930 support?
Officially up to DDR4-2400 over two channels, with a 64 GB ceiling. Two matched modules enable dual-channel mode, which helps integrated graphics.
Is the G4930 enough for everyday use?
Yes for office work, browsing, documents and video playback. Heavy multitasking and modern games need more cores or a discrete card.
Does the G4930 work on a B250 motherboard?
No. Revision 1 boards with 100 or 200 series chipsets never support Coffee Lake Celeron processors, whatever the BIOS version.
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