CPU
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3015Ce
Core 2 Duo T6400
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The 3015Ce is positioned at rank 999 and the Core 2 Duo T6400 is on rank 49, so the Core 2 Duo T6400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | 3015Ce | Core 2 Duo T6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | 3015Ce | Core 2 Duo T6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of 3015Ce and Core 2 Duo T6400
3015Ce
The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.
Core 2 Duo T6400
The Core 2 Duo T6400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,115 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The 3015Ce packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T6400's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015Ce versus 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6400 — a 14% clock advantage for the 3015Ce (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The 3015Ce uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T6400 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Core 2 Duo T6400's 2,115 — a 0.8% lead for the Core 2 Duo T6400. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T6400.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Core 2 Duo T6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz+15% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 2 GHz+67% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Pollock (Zen) (2020) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,099 | 2,115 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 650 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,300 |
Memory & Platform
The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T6400 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the 3015Ce versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T6400 — the 3015Ce supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The 3015Ce supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (3015Ce) vs 2 (Core 2 Duo T6400). PCIe lanes: 8 (3015Ce) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo T6400) — the 3015Ce offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP5 (3015Ce) and Intel GM45,Intel PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6400).
| Feature | 3015Ce | Core 2 Duo T6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT5 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+79900% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 8 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (3015Ce) vs No (Core 2 Duo T6400). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Core 2 Duo T6400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T6400 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Core 2 Duo T6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (2-Core) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | No |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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