Core 2 Duo E8700 vs Celeron J3455E

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

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

36078%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

34090%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

24752%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

7457%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5907%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

5167%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2959%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2921%

#9

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

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 J3455E (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron J3455E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)	✅ More affordable ($0)
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 J3455E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 J3455E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E8700 and Celeron J3455E

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 J3455E

The Celeron J3455E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,193 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo E8700 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron J3455E offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J3455E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8700 versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455E — a 41.4% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8700 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). 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 J3455E's 2,193 — a 0.9% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8700.

Feature	Core 2 Duo E8700	Celeron J3455E
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+52%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+133%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	—	2 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Wolfdale (2008−2010)	—
PassMark	2,212	2,193
Geekbench 6 Single	—	450
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	850

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core 2 Duo E8700) / VT-x (Celeron J3455E). The Celeron J3455E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 500), while the Core 2 Duo E8700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron J3455E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J3455E rivals Pentium J4205.