Celeron 867 vs Core 2 Duo L7400

Celeron 867

2 Cores2 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.3 GHz2012

Core 2 Duo L7400

2 Cores17 WW2006

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 867

2 / 2

755

0.0%

765

+1.3%

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 867 is positioned at rank 1111 and the Core 2 Duo L7400 is on rank 434, so the Core 2 Duo L7400 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 867

#1099

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3342%

#1100

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3293%

#1101

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3023%

#1102

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3009%

#1103

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2982%

#1105

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2879%

#1106

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2761%

#1107

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2756%

#1108

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2682%

#1111

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

100%

#1112

Pentium B970

MSRP: $125|Avg: $39

100%

#1113

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1114

Pentium T2370

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#1115

Pentium N3710

MSRP: $161|Avg: $50

98%

#1116

Core m3-7Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1117

Pentium 977

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

98%

#1118

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

97%

#1119

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#1121

Core i5-560M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1122

Pentium U5600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

#1123

Core m5-6Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1125

Core i7-610E

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

94%

#1126

Core i5-5350U

MSRP: $315|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo L7400

#422

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

575%

#423

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

567%

#424

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

520%

#425

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

518%

#426

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

513%

#428

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

496%

#429

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

475%

#430

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

475%

#431

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

462%

#434

Core 2 Duo L7400

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 867 (2012) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 867	Core 2 Duo L7400
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo L7400 (2006) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 867	Core 2 Duo L7400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 867 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo L7400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 867 and Core 2 Duo L7400

Celeron 867

The Celeron 867 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 755 points. Launch price was $134.

Core 2 Duo L7400

The Core 2 Duo L7400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It has 2 cores. Base frequency: 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: BGA479. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 765 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

Both the Celeron 867 and Core 2 Duo L7400 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Celeron 867 is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron 867 scores 755 against the Core 2 Duo L7400's 765 — a 1.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo L7400. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 867 vs 4 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo L7400.

Feature	Celeron 867	Core 2 Duo L7400
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2
Boost Clock	1.3 GHz	—
Base Clock	1.3 GHz	1.5 GHz+15%
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	4 MB L2 Cache+100%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	32 nm-51%	65 nm
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	—
PassMark	755	765+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 867 uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo L7400 uses BGA479 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron 867	Core 2 Duo L7400
Socket	BGA1023	BGA479
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron 867) / not specified (Core 2 Duo L7400). The Celeron 867 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Core 2 Duo L7400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 867 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 867 rivals Pentium 967.