Core 2 Duo E6750 vs Core 2 Duo E8235

Core 2 Duo E6750

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.67 GHz2007

Core 2 Duo E8235

2 Cores2 Thrd44 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo E6750

2 / 2

1,029

+0.9%

1,020

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. The Core 2 Duo E6750 is positioned at rank #1069 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 E6750

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

55465%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

52409%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

38053%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

11464%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

9081%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

7944%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

4550%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

4490%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

4089%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

4088%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

4043%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

3933%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

3878%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

3863%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

3828%

#1069

Core 2 Duo E6750

MSRP: $183|Avg: $15

100%

#1070

Athlon II X4 635

MSRP: $400|Avg: $250

100%

#1071

Core i7-940

MSRP: $562|Avg: $90

96%

#1072

Celeron 2.40

MSRP: $69|Avg: $13

89%

#1073

Sempron 2800+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $29

88%

#1074

Athlon 64 3100+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

85%

#1075

Sempron 3600+

MSRP: $105|Avg: $20

82%

#1076

Celeron 2.80

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

76%

#1077

Athlon 64 X2 6000+

MSRP: $450|Avg: $20

72%

#1078

Athlon 64 3600+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $15

71%

#1079

Core 2 Quad Q6700

MSRP: $530|Avg: $50

70%

#1080

Athlon 64 2600+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

70%

#1081

Celeron 2.20

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

69%

#1082

Athlon 64 X2 5200+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $15

64%

#1083

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

MSRP: $328|Avg: $10

64%

#1084

Core i7-975

MSRP: $999|Avg: $50

63%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core 2 Duo E8235 leads in gaming performance. However, the Core 2 Duo E6750 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.9% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E6750	Core 2 Duo E8235
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ Higher cost ($20)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core 2 Duo E6750 stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 25% cheaper ($15 vs $20) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E6750	Core 2 Duo E8235
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+35%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ 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 E6750 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo E8235 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E6750 and Core 2 Duo E8235

Core 2 Duo E6750

The Core 2 Duo E6750 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 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 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: 1,029 points. Launch price was $249.

Core 2 Duo E8235

The Core 2 Duo E8235 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,020 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo E6750 and Core 2 Duo E8235 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E6750 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8235 — a 4.8% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8235 (base: 2.66 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E6750 uses the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture (65 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E8235 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E6750 scores 1,029 against the Core 2 Duo E8235's 1,020 — a 0.9% lead for the Core 2 Duo E6750.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E6750	Core 2 Duo E8235
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.67 GHz	2.8 GHz+5%
Base Clock	2.66 GHz	2.8 GHz+5%
L3 Cache	0 kB	—
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB (total)+50%
Process	65 nm	45 nm-31%
Architecture	Conroe (2006−2007)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	1,029	1,020

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo E6750 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core 2 Duo E8235 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E6750	Core 2 Duo E8235
Socket	LGA775	P
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	16	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core 2 Duo E6750) / not specified (Core 2 Duo E8235). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E6750 rivals Phenom X3 8450.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E6750	Core 2 Duo E8235
Integrated GPU	No	—
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	true	—

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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo E6750 launched at $183 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E8235 debuted at $0. At current prices ($15 vs $20), the Core 2 Duo E6750 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E6750 delivers 68.6 pts/$ vs 51.0 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E8235 — making the Core 2 Duo E6750 the 29.4% better value option.