CPU
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Core 2 Duo E4300
Pentium E2200
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 Core 2 Duo E4300 is positioned at rank 1015 and the Pentium E2200 is on rank 968, so the Pentium E2200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E4300
Performance Per Dollar Pentium E2200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Allendale (2006−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Core 2 Duo E4300 and Pentium E2200
Core 2 Duo E4300
The Core 2 Duo E4300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $249.
Pentium E2200
The Pentium E2200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 985 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E4300 is built on the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E4300 scores 1,005 against the Pentium E2200's 985 — a 2% lead for the Core 2 Duo E4300. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E4300 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2200.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.2 GHz+22% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Allendale (2006−2009) | — |
| PassMark | 1,005+2% | 985 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA775 socket with PCIe 1.1.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: false (Core 2 Duo E4300) / not specified (Pentium E2200). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E4300 rivals Athlon 64 X2 3800+.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | false | — |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E4300 launched at $113 MSRP, while the Pentium E2200 debuted at $84. At current prices ($5 vs $5), the Pentium E2200 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E4300 delivers 201.0 pts/$ vs 197.0 pts/$ for the Pentium E2200 — making the Core 2 Duo E4300 the 2% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4300 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $113 | $84-26% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5 | $5 |
| Performance per Dollar | 201.0+2% | 197.0 |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2007 |
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