Core 2 Duo E8700 vs Celeron G5900T

Core 2 Duo E8700

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2009

Celeron G5900T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WW2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo E8700

2 / 2

2,212

+0.9%

2,192

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 E8700 is positioned at rank #1020 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 E8700

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

36078%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

34090%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

24752%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

7457%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5907%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

5167%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2959%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2921%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2659%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2659%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2630%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2559%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2523%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2513%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2490%

#396

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

89%

#1019

Core i7-3970X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $60

100%

#1020

Core 2 Duo E8700

MSRP: $256|Avg: $30

100%

#1021

Core 2 Duo E6550

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

99%

#1022

Phenom X3 8450

MSRP: $145|Avg: $147

97%

#1023

Core i7-3960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $60

97%

#1024

Celeron 2.70

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

96%

#1026

A10 PRO-7850B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $140

94%

#1027

Core 2 Quad Q8200

MSRP: $224|Avg: $36

93%

#1028

A12-9800E

MSRP: $426|Avg: $150

93%

#1029

Phenom II X6 1065T

MSRP: $426|Avg: $170

93%

#1030

Celeron 440

MSRP: $59|Avg: $10

93%

#1031

A8-3820

MSRP: $280|Avg: $200

90%

#1032

Core i7-860S

MSRP: $299|Avg: $96

90%

#1034

Core 2 Duo E4700

MSRP: $133|Avg: $10

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5900T

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

107%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

107%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

107%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

106%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

106%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

103%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

103%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

103%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

102%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

102%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

102%

#359

Ryzen 7 2700E

MSRP: $329|Avg: $329

102%

#360

Ryzen Embedded V2516

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

101%

#361

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2442

101%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

100%

#363

Celeron G5900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

100%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

99%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

98%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

98%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#369

Core i5-8400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $179

95%

#370

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

95%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

89%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

89%

#373

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

88%

#374

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

85%

#375

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

83%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

81%

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

79%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G5900T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron G5900T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo E8700 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and **DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron G5900T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+68%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)

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 E8700 Benchmark Check

Celeron G5900T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E8700 and Celeron G5900T

Core 2 Duo E8700

The Core 2 Duo E8700 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 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,212 points. Launch price was $249.

Celeron G5900T

The Celeron G5900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,192 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo E8700 and Celeron G5900T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Core 2 Duo E8700 is built on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E8700 scores 2,212 against the Celeron G5900T's 2,192 — a 0.9% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8700.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron G5900T
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	—
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+9%	3.2 GHz
L3 Cache	—	2 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Wolfdale (2008−2010)	—
PassMark	2,212	2,192
Geekbench 6 Single	—	748
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	750

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo E8700 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G5900T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron G5900T
Socket	LGA775	LGA1200
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

🔧

Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core 2 Duo E8700) / VT-x (Celeron G5900T). The Celeron G5900T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo E8700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5900T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5900T rivals Pentium Gold G6400T.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron G5900T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 610
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

💰

Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo E8700 launched at $256 MSRP, while the Celeron G5900T debuted at $42. At current prices ($30 vs $50), the Core 2 Duo E8700 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E8700 delivers 73.7 pts/$ vs 43.8 pts/$ for the Celeron G5900T — making the Core 2 Duo E8700 the 50.9% better value option.