Celeron G3900TE vs Core 2 Duo T7400
Celeron G3900TE
Core 2 Duo T7400
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 G3900TE is positioned at rank 467 and the Core 2 Duo T7400 is on rank 1027, so the Celeron G3900TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3900TE
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core 2 Duo T7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3900TE | Core 2 Duo T7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ 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 Celeron G3900TE and Core 2 Duo T7400
Celeron G3900TE
The Celeron G3900TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $42.
Core 2 Duo T7400
The Core 2 Duo T7400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.16 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: 1,861 points. Launch price was $286.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron G3900TE and Core 2 Duo T7400 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Celeron G3900TE versus 2.16 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7400 — a 6.3% clock advantage for the Celeron G3900TE. The Celeron G3900TE uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7400 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3900TE scores 1,850 against the Core 2 Duo T7400's 1,861 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7400. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 514 vs 310, a 49.5% lead for the Celeron G3900TE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 903 vs 550 (48.6% advantage for the Celeron G3900TE). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron G3900TE vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7400.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core 2 Duo T7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz+6% | 2.16 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.16 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 4 MB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm-78% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,850 | 1,861 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 514+66% | 310 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 903+64% | 550 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3900TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7400 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron G3900TE versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7400 — the Celeron G3900TE supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3900TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H110,Q170 (Celeron G3900TE) and 945GT,GME965 (Core 2 Duo T7400).
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core 2 Duo T7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133+100% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+1500% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3900TE) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7400). The Celeron G3900TE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Core 2 Duo T7400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900TE targets Embedded, Core 2 Duo T7400 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900TE rivals Pentium G4400T.
| Feature | Celeron G3900TE | Core 2 Duo T7400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 510 | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | Embedded | Legacy Laptop |
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