CPU
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Core 2 Duo E7600
Celeron G460
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 E7600 is positioned at rank 1019 and the Celeron G460 is on rank 586, so the Celeron G460 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 E7600
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G460
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+398%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 E7600 and Celeron G460
Core 2 Duo E7600
The Core 2 Duo E7600 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 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 0.07 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: 1,150 points. Launch price was $249.
Celeron G460
The Celeron G460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 December 2011 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,145 points. Launch price was $65.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E7600 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron G460 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Core 2 Duo E7600 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 0.07 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7600 versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron G460 — a 185% clock advantage for the Celeron G460 (base: 3.06 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E7600 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G460 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E7600 scores 1,150 against the Celeron G460's 1,145 — a 0.4% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 422 vs 300, a 33.8% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E7600 vs 1.5 MB on the Celeron G460.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.07 GHz | 1.8 GHz+2471% |
| Base Clock | 3.06 GHz+70% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (total)+1100% | 256 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,150 | 1,145 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 422+41% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 690 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E7600 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G460 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Celeron G460 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: P45,P43,G45,G43,P35,G33 (Core 2 Duo E7600) and H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G460).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G460 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Core 2 Duo E7600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E7600 targets Legacy Desktop, Celeron G460 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7600 rivals Athlon II X2 250; Celeron G460 rivals Pentium G630.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E7600 launched at $133 MSRP, while the Celeron G460 debuted at $37. At current prices ($50 vs $10), the Celeron G460 is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E7600 delivers 23.0 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G460 — making the Celeron G460 the 133.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $133 | $37-72% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $10-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.0 | 114.5+398% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2011 |
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