Celeron 4305UE vs Core 2 Duo T7200

Celeron 4305UE

2 Cores2 Thrd15 WWMax: 2 GHz2018

Core 2 Duo T7200

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2 GHz2006

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 4305UE

2 / 2

1,699

0.0%

1,717

+1.1%

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 Celeron 4305UE is positioned at rank 960 and the Core 2 Duo T7200 is on rank 29, so the Core 2 Duo T7200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 4305UE

#948

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1848%

#949

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1821%

#950

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1671%

#951

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1664%

#952

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1648%

#954

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1592%

#955

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1526%

#956

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1524%

#957

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1483%

#960

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

100%

#963

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

99%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

96%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

96%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7200

#17

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

171%

#18

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

168%

#19

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

155%

#20

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

154%

#21

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

152%

#23

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

147%

#24

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

141%

#25

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

141%

#26

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

137%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

100%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

100%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

99%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

99%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

97%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

90%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

89%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 4305UE (2018) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 4305UE	Core 2 Duo T7200
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($107)	✅ More affordable ($6)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7200 (2006) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 4305UE	Core 2 Duo T7200
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1702%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($107)	✅ More affordable ($6)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Celeron 4305UE Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T7200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 4305UE and Core 2 Duo T7200

Celeron 4305UE

The Celeron 4305UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,699 points. Launch price was $107.

Core 2 Duo T7200

The Core 2 Duo T7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). 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: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 34 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,717 points. Launch price was $286.

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Processing Power

Both the Celeron 4305UE and Core 2 Duo T7200 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Celeron 4305UE versus 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7200 — identical boost frequencies. The Celeron 4305UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7200 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 4305UE scores 1,699 against the Core 2 Duo T7200's 1,717 — a 1.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7200. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 4305UE vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7200.

Feature	Celeron 4305UE	Core 2 Duo T7200
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2 GHz
Base Clock	—	2 GHz
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	4 MB+1500%
Process	10 nm-85%	65 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,699	1,717+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	670	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,065	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 4305UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7200 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron 4305UE versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7200 — the Celeron 4305UE supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Whiskey Lake (Celeron 4305UE) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7200).

Feature	Celeron 4305UE	Core 2 Duo T7200
Socket	FCBGA1528	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133+100%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron 4305UE) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7200). The Celeron 4305UE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo T7200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 4305UE targets Budget, Core 2 Duo T7200 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 4305UE rivals Athlon Silver 3050GE; Core 2 Duo T7200 rivals Athlon 64 X2 TK-42.

Feature	Celeron 4305UE	Core 2 Duo T7200
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 610	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x
Target Use	Budget	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Celeron 4305UE launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo T7200 debuted at $286. At current prices ($107 vs $6), the Core 2 Duo T7200 is $101 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 4305UE delivers 15.9 pts/$ vs 286.2 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo T7200 — making the Core 2 Duo T7200 the 179% better value option.