CPU
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Core 2 Duo E4700
Celeron G1820TE
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 E4700 is positioned at rank 1035 and the Celeron G1820TE is on rank 679, so the Celeron G1820TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E4700
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1820TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Allendale (2006−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E4700 and Celeron G1820TE
Core 2 Duo E4700
The Core 2 Duo E4700 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 1,011 points. Launch price was $249.
Celeron G1820TE
The Celeron G1820TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,020 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E4700 and Celeron G1820TE share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E4700 versus 2.2 GHz on the Celeron G1820TE — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E4700 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E4700 uses the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G1820TE uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E4700 scores 1,011 against the Celeron G1820TE's 1,020 — a 0.9% lead for the Celeron G1820TE. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E4700 vs 3 MB (total) on the Celeron G1820TE.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Allendale (2006−2009) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,011 | 1,020 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 415 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 629 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E4700 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G1820TE uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Core 2 Duo E4700 versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1820TE — the Core 2 Duo E4700 supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1820TE supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E4700) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1820TE).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 800+26567% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 32 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo E4700) vs VT-x (Celeron G1820TE). The Celeron G1820TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Haswell)), while the Core 2 Duo E4700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1820TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E4700 rivals Athlon 64 X2 5000+; Celeron G1820TE rivals Pentium G3220T.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron G1820TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | HD Graphics (Haswell) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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