CPU
GPU
Celeron G460
Core 2 Duo E7600
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 G460 is positioned at rank 586 and the Core 2 Duo E7600 is on rank 1019, so the Celeron G460 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G460
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+398%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 G460 and Core 2 Duo E7600
Celeron G460
The Celeron G460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 December 2011 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,145 points. Launch price was $65.
Core 2 Duo E7600
The Core 2 Duo E7600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 0.07 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 3 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,150 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Celeron G460 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, while the Core 2 Duo E7600 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core 2 Duo E7600 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron G460 versus 0.07 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7600 — a 185% clock advantage for the Celeron G460 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.06 GHz). The Celeron G460 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E7600 uses Wolfdale (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G460 scores 1,145 against the Core 2 Duo E7600's 1,150 — a 0.4% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 422, a 33.8% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 1.5 MB on the Celeron G460 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E7600.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 2 | 2 / 2+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz+2471% | 0.07 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.06 GHz+70% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB | 3 MB (total)+1100% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Wolfdale (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,145 | 1,150 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | 422+41% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 690 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G460 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo E7600 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Celeron G460 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G460) and P45,P43,G45,G43,P35,G33 (Core 2 Duo E7600).
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G460 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Core 2 Duo E7600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G460 targets Budget, Core 2 Duo E7600 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G460 rivals Pentium G630; Core 2 Duo E7600 rivals Athlon II X2 250.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G460 launched at $37 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E7600 debuted at $133. At current prices ($10 vs $50), the Celeron G460 is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G460 delivers 114.5 pts/$ vs 23.0 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E7600 — making the Celeron G460 the 133.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Core 2 Duo E7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37-72% | $133 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-80% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 114.5+398% | 23.0 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2009 |
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