CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E4700
Celeron T3300
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 T3300 is on rank 1038, so the Core 2 Duo E4700 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 E4700
Performance Per Dollar Celeron T3300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Allendale (2006−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 T3300
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 T3300
The Celeron T3300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E4700 is built on the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E4700 scores 1,011 against the Celeron T3300's 1,005 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 2 Duo E4700. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E4700 vs 1 MB on the Celeron T3300.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+30% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Allendale (2006−2009) | — |
| PassMark | 1,011 | 1,005 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E4700 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron T3300 uses PGA478 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | PGA478 |
| 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 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: false (Core 2 Duo E4700) / not specified (Celeron T3300). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E4700 rivals Athlon 64 X2 5000+.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | false | — |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E4700 launched at $133 MSRP, while the Celeron T3300 debuted at $86. At current prices ($10 vs $15), the Core 2 Duo E4700 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E4700 delivers 101.1 pts/$ vs 67.0 pts/$ for the Celeron T3300 — making the Core 2 Duo E4700 the 40.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E4700 | Celeron T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $133 | $86-35% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-33% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.1+51% | 67.0 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2010 |
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