Celeron G5900 vs Core 2 Duo T7800

Celeron G5900

2 Cores2 Thrd58 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2020

Core 2 Duo T7800

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron G5900

2 / 2

2,682

+0.7%

2,663

0.0%

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.

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 G5900

#289

Athlon Silver PRO 3125GE

MSRP: $108|Avg: $70

104%

#290

Core i9-10900KF

MSRP: $509|Avg: $336

104%

#291

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

33%

#291

Core i9-14900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $577

104%

#292

Core i5-13500T

MSRP: $342|Avg: $342

104%

#293

Core i3-10300

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $140.49

104%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

31%

#294

Core i9-10900F

MSRP: $464|Avg: $300

103%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

28%

#295

Ryzen 7 5800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $429

103%

#296

Core i7-9700F

MSRP: $323|Avg: $200

103%

#297

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1419

102%

#298

Core i9-7960X

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $185

26%

#298

Core i5-9500F

MSRP: $187|Avg: $154

102%

#299

Core i9-11900KB

MSRP: $539|Avg: $350

102%

#299

Core i9-7980XE

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $300

23%

#300

Core i7-10700F

MSRP: $310|Avg: $250

101%

#301

Core i7-10700T

MSRP: $355|Avg: $200

101%

#302

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

21%

#302

Celeron G5920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

101%

#303

Core i7-5960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $83

21%

#303

Core i3-10105T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $122

100%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

16%

#304

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

100%

#305

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

100%

#306

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

98%

#307

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

98%

#308

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

96%

#309

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

96%

#310

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

96%

#311

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7800

#42

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A

99%

#144

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

331%

#145

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

326%

#146

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

299%

#147

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

298%

#148

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

295%

#150

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

285%

#151

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

273%

#152

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

273%

#153

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

265%

#156

Core 2 Duo T7800

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#158

Core i5-3210M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

99%

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 G5900 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron G5900	Core 2 Duo T7800
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7800 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron G5900	Core 2 Duo T7800
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)	✅ 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 G5900 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T7800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron G5900 and Core 2 Duo T7800

Celeron G5900

The Celeron G5900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,682 points. Launch price was $69.

Core 2 Duo T7800

The Core 2 Duo T7800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 18 August 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,663 points. Launch price was $515.

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Processing Power

Both the Celeron G5900 and Core 2 Duo T7800 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Celeron G5900 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7800 — a 26.7% clock advantage for the Celeron G5900 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Celeron G5900 uses the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G5900 scores 2,682 against the Core 2 Duo T7800's 2,663 — a 0.7% lead for the Celeron G5900. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G5900 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7800.

Feature	Celeron G5900	Core 2 Duo T7800
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+31%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+31%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	4 MB+1500%
Process	14 nm-78%	65 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake (2020−2025)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	2,682	2,663
Geekbench 6 Single	850	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,600	—

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron G5900 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Celeron G5900 versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7800 — the Celeron G5900 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: H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5900) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7800).

Feature	Celeron G5900	Core 2 Duo T7800
Socket	LGA1200	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666+100%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G5900 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5900 targets Budget, Core 2 Duo T7800 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5900 rivals Pentium Gold G6400; Core 2 Duo T7800 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.