Core 2 Duo P7370 vs Celeron G5900T
Core 2 Duo P7370
Celeron G5900T
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. The Core 2 Duo P7370 is positioned at rank #512 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P7370
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5900T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Celeron G5900T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Celeron G5900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 P7370 and Celeron G5900T
Core 2 Duo P7370
The Core 2 Duo P7370 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 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,191 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.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo P7370 and Celeron G5900T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Core 2 Duo P7370 is built on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo P7370 scores 2,191 against the Celeron G5900T's 2,192 — a 0% lead for the Celeron G5900T. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P7370 vs 2 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5900T.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Celeron G5900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.2 GHz+60% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB L2 Cache+50% | 2 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | — |
| PassMark | 2,191 | 2,192 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 748 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 750 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo P7370 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G5900T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo P7370 versus DDR4-2666 on the Celeron G5900T — the Celeron G5900T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G5900T supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Mobile (Core 2 Duo P7370) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5900T).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Celeron G5900T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo P7370) vs VT-x (Celeron G5900T). The Celeron G5900T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo P7370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5900T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5900T rivals Pentium Gold G6400T.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Celeron G5900T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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