CPU
GPU
Celeron G3930
Core 2 Duo T6570
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 Celeron G3930 is positioned at rank 395 and the Core 2 Duo T6570 is on rank 222, so the Core 2 Duo T6570 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G3930 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G3930 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ 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 G3930 and Core 2 Duo T6570
Celeron G3930
The Celeron G3930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 2133, DDR3L 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,259 points. Launch price was $42.
Core 2 Duo T6570
The Core 2 Duo T6570 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,274 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron G3930 and Core 2 Duo T6570 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Celeron G3930 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6570 — a 32% clock advantage for the Celeron G3930 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Celeron G3930 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G3930 scores 2,259 against the Core 2 Duo T6570's 2,274 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo T6570. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 750 vs 246, a 101.2% lead for the Celeron G3930 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G3930 vs 2 MB on the Core 2 Duo T6570.
| Feature | Celeron G3930 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+38% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+38% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,259 | 2,274 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 750+205% | 246 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,100 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G3930 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930 versus DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo T6570 — the Celeron G3930 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930) and GM45,PM45,GL40 (Core 2 Duo T6570).
| Feature | Celeron G3930 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G3930 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930 targets Budget, Core 2 Duo T6570 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930 rivals Pentium G4560; Core 2 Duo T6570 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Celeron G3930 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
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