Celeron J4125 vs Core 2 Duo P8800

Celeron J4125

4 Cores4 Thrd10 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2019

Core 2 Duo P8800

2 Cores2 Thrd3 WWMax: 2.66 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron J4125

4 / 4

2,936

+0.1%

2,932

0.0%

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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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P8800

#116

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

300%

#117

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

296%

#118

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

272%

#119

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

270%

#120

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

268%

#122

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

259%

#123

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

248%

#124

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

248%

#125

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

241%

#128

Core 2 Duo P8800

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

97%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

97%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron J4125 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron J4125	Core 2 Duo P8800
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo P8800 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron J4125	Core 2 Duo P8800
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 J4125 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo P8800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron J4125 and Core 2 Duo P8800

Celeron J4125

The Celeron J4125 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,936 points. Launch price was $107.

Core 2 Duo P8800

The Core 2 Duo P8800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.66 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,932 points. Launch price was $241.

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Processing Power

The Celeron J4125 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo P8800 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron J4125 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron J4125 versus 2.66 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P8800 — a 1.5% clock advantage for the Celeron J4125 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The Celeron J4125 uses the Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo P8800 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron J4125 scores 2,936 against the Core 2 Duo P8800's 2,932 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron J4125. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron J4125 vs 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P8800.

Feature	Celeron J4125	Core 2 Duo P8800
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz+2%	2.66 GHz
Base Clock	2 GHz	2.66 GHz+33%
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	4 MB (total)+33%	3 MB
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Gemini Lake Refresh (2019)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,936	2,932

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron J4125 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo P8800 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron J4125	Core 2 Duo P8800
Socket	FCBGA1090	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	8	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	6	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Celeron J4125) / not specified (Core 2 Duo P8800). The Celeron J4125 includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 600), while the Core 2 Duo P8800 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron J4125 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1305G.