CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E8135
V-Series V105
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 V-Series V105 is on rank 865, so the V-Series V105 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 V-Series V105
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8135 | V-Series V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8135 | V-Series V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E8135 and V-Series V105
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.
V-Series V105
The V-Series V105 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 May 2010 (15 years ago). It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E8135 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the V-Series V105 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core 2 Duo E8135 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 0.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8135 versus 1.2 GHz on the V-Series V105 — a 56.7% clock advantage for the V-Series V105. 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 V-Series V105's 1,028 — a 0.8% lead for the V-Series V105.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | V-Series V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 0.67 GHz | 1.2 GHz+79% |
| Base Clock | 2.667 GHz | — |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+1100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | — |
| PassMark | 1,020 | 1,028 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E8135 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the V-Series V105 uses S1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8135 | V-Series V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | P | S1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
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