CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E7200
Pentium E2200
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 E7200 is positioned at rank 1040 and the Pentium E2200 is on rank 968, so the Pentium E2200 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 E7200
Performance Per Dollar Pentium E2200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2515%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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 E7200 and Pentium E2200
Core 2 Duo E7200
The Core 2 Duo E7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.53 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 3 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $249.
Pentium E2200
The Pentium E2200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 985 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E7200 is built on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E7200 scores 1,002 against the Pentium E2200's 985 — a 1.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7200. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E7200 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2200.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 2.53 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.53 GHz+15% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | — |
| PassMark | 1,002+2% | 985 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 368 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 666 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA775 socket with PCIe 1.1.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7200) / not specified (Pentium E2200). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E7200 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7200 rivals Athlon II X2 245.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E7200 launched at $133 MSRP, while the Pentium E2200 debuted at $84. At current prices ($133 vs $5), the Pentium E2200 is $128 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E7200 delivers 7.5 pts/$ vs 197.0 pts/$ for the Pentium E2200 — making the Pentium E2200 the 185.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7200 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $133 | $84-37% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $133 | $5-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.5 | 197.0+2527% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2007 |
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