Core 2 Duo E4500 vs Pentium N3530

Core 2 Duo E4500

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2007

Pentium N3530

4 Cores4 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.58 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo E4500

2 / 2

1,165

+0.5%

1,159

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. The Core 2 Duo E4500 is positioned at rank 1017 and the Pentium N3530 is on rank 1156, so the Core 2 Duo E4500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E4500

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

35584%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

33623%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

24413%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

7355%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5826%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

5096%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2919%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2881%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2623%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2623%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2593%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2524%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2488%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2478%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2456%

#1017

Core 2 Duo E4500

MSRP: $133|Avg: $10

100%

#1019

Core 2 Duo E7600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $50

99%

#1020

Core 2 Duo E8700

MSRP: $256|Avg: $30

99%

#1021

Core i7-3970X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $60

99%

#1022

Core 2 Duo E6550

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

98%

#1023

Phenom X3 8450

MSRP: $145|Avg: $147

96%

#1024

Core i7-3960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $60

96%

#1025

Celeron 2.70

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#1027

A10 PRO-7850B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $140

92%

#1028

Core 2 Quad Q8200

MSRP: $224|Avg: $36

92%

#1029

A12-9800E

MSRP: $426|Avg: $150

92%

#1030

Phenom II X6 1065T

MSRP: $426|Avg: $170

91%

#1031

Celeron 440

MSRP: $59|Avg: $10

91%

#1032

A8-3820

MSRP: $280|Avg: $200

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium N3530

#1144

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4075%

#1145

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4015%

#1146

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3686%

#1147

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3669%

#1148

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3636%

#1150

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3511%

#1151

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3367%

#1152

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3361%

#1153

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3271%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

100%

#1158

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

99%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

98%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1163

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

94%

#1166

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1167

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1168

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

94%

#1170

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#1171

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

93%

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 Pentium N3530 (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3L-1333, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E4500	Pentium N3530
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($10)	⚠️ Higher cost ($20)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Allendale (2006−2009) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo E4500 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E4500	Pentium N3530
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+101%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($10)	⚠️ Higher cost ($20)

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.

Core 2 Duo E4500 Benchmark Check

Pentium N3530 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E4500 and Pentium N3530

Core 2 Duo E4500

The Core 2 Duo E4500 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 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 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: 1,165 points. Launch price was $249.

Pentium N3530

The Pentium N3530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.58 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,159 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo E4500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium N3530 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Pentium N3530 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E4500 versus 2.58 GHz on the Pentium N3530 — a 15.9% clock advantage for the Pentium N3530 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.16 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E4500 uses the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Pentium N3530 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E4500 scores 1,165 against the Pentium N3530's 1,159 — a 0.5% lead for the Core 2 Duo E4500. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E4500 vs 2 MB on the Pentium N3530.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E4500	Pentium N3530
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	2.58 GHz+17%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+2%	2.16 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB
Process	65 nm	22 nm-66%
Architecture	Allendale (2006−2009)	Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
PassMark	1,165	1,159

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo E4500 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium N3530 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E4500	Pentium N3530
Socket	LGA775	FCBGA1170
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	800	—
Max RAM Capacity	16	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: false (Core 2 Duo E4500) / not specified (Pentium N3530). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E4500 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4600+.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E4500	Pentium N3530
Integrated GPU	No	—
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	false	—

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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo E4500 launched at $133 MSRP, while the Pentium N3530 debuted at $161. At current prices ($10 vs $20), the Core 2 Duo E4500 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E4500 delivers 116.5 pts/$ vs 58.0 pts/$ for the Pentium N3530 — making the Core 2 Duo E4500 the 67.1% better value option.