CPU
GPU
Athlon II X3 440
Core 2 Duo T5750
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 Athlon II X3 440 is positioned at rank 722 and the Core 2 Duo T5750 is on rank 28, so the Core 2 Duo T5750 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 440
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5750
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($8) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($8) |
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 Athlon II X3 440 and Core 2 Duo T5750
Athlon II X3 440
The Athlon II X3 440 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,743 points. Launch price was $47.
Core 2 Duo T5750
The Core 2 Duo T5750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) 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 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,738 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X3 440 packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T5750 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X3 440 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Athlon II X3 440 versus 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5750 — a 40% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 440 (base: 3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Athlon II X3 440 uses the Rana (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T5750 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X3 440 scores 1,743 against the Core 2 Duo T5750's 1,738 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon II X3 440. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X3 440 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5750.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3+50% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz+50% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+50% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Rana (2009−2011) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,743 | 1,738 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 360 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 680 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X3 440 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo T5750 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X3 440 versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T5750 — the Athlon II X3 440 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X3 440 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM3 (Athlon II X3 440) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T5750).
| Feature | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+700% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon II X3 440) / None (Core 2 Duo T5750). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T5750 targets Legacy Laptop.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | None |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Laptop |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($10 vs $8), the Core 2 Duo T5750 is $2 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X3 440 delivers 174.3 pts/$ vs 217.3 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo T5750 — making the Core 2 Duo T5750 the 21.9% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 440 | Core 2 Duo T5750 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $75 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | $8-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 174.3 | 217.3+25% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2008 |
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