CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E8135
Pentium E2220
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 E8135 is positioned at rank 1203 and the Pentium E2220 is on rank 569, so the Pentium E2220 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 E8135
Performance Per Dollar Pentium E2220
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($32) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+112%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($32) |
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 E8135 and Pentium E2220
Core 2 Duo E8135
The Core 2 Duo E8135 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 2.667 GHz, with boost up to 0.67 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.
Pentium E2220
The Pentium E2220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E8135 is built on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E8135 scores 1,020 against the Pentium E2220's 1,028 — a 0.8% lead for the Pentium E2220.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 0.67 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.667 GHz+11% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | — |
| PassMark | 1,020 | 1,028 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 330 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 590 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E8135 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium E2220 uses LGA775 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core 2 Duo E8135) / None (Pentium E2220). Primary use case: Pentium E2220 targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | None |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E8135 launched at $200 MSRP, while the Pentium E2220 debuted at $32. At current prices ($15 vs $32), the Core 2 Duo E8135 is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E8135 delivers 68.0 pts/$ vs 32.1 pts/$ for the Pentium E2220 — making the Core 2 Duo E8135 the 71.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $32-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-53% | $32 |
| Performance per Dollar | 68.0+112% | 32.1 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2008 |
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