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Core 2 Duo E6550
Pentium M 725
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 E6550 is positioned at rank 1022 and the Pentium M 725 is on rank 141, so the Pentium M 725 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E6550
Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 725
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E6550 | Pentium M 725 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E6550 | Pentium M 725 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E6550 and Pentium M 725
Core 2 Duo E6550
The Core 2 Duo E6550 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,395 points. Launch price was $249.
Pentium M 725
The Pentium M 725 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,400 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E6550 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium M 725 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core 2 Duo E6550 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.33 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E6550 versus 1.6 GHz on the Pentium M 725 — a 37.2% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E6550 (base: 2.33 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E6550 uses the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture (65 nm), while the Pentium M 725 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E6550 scores 1,395 against the Pentium M 725's 1,400 — a 0.4% lead for the Pentium M 725. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6550 | Pentium M 725 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.33 GHz+46% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz+46% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
| Process | 65 nm-28% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Conroe (2006−2007) | Dothan (2004−2005) |
| PassMark | 1,395 | 1,400 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 150 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 150 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E6550 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium M 725 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core 2 Duo E6550 versus DDR-333 on the Pentium M 725 — the Core 2 Duo E6550 supports 333.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Duo E6550 supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 2 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core 2 Duo E6550) vs 1 (Pentium M 725). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo E6550) vs 0 (Pentium M 725) — the Core 2 Duo E6550 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E6550) and 855PM (Pentium M 725).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6550 | Pentium M 725 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333 | DDR-333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 2 GB+13107100% |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core 2 Duo E6550) vs None (Pentium M 725). Primary use case: Pentium M 725 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E6550 rivals Athlon 64 X2 6000+.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6550 | Pentium M 725 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | None |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Laptop |
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