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Core 2 Duo P7370
Core 2 Quad Q9505
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 P7370 is positioned at rank 512 and the Core 2 Quad Q9505 is on rank 993, so the Core 2 Duo P7370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P7370
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q9505
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Core 2 Quad Q9505 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Core 2 Quad Q9505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
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 Core 2 Quad Q9505
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.
Core 2 Quad Q9505
The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,176 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo P7370 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core 2 Quad Q9505 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P7370 versus 0.83 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 — a 82.7% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo P7370 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.83 GHz). The Core 2 Duo P7370 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo P7370 scores 2,191 against the Core 2 Quad Q9505's 2,176 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo P7370. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P7370 vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Quad Q9505.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Core 2 Quad Q9505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz+141% | 0.83 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.83 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB L2 Cache | 6 MB L2 Cache+100% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB (total)+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Yorkfield (2007−2009) |
| PassMark | 2,191 | 2,176 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo P7370 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Core 2 Quad Q9505 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo P7370) vs 0 (Core 2 Quad Q9505) — the Core 2 Duo P7370 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Core 2 Quad Q9505 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo P7370) vs VT-x (Core 2 Quad Q9505). Primary use case: Core 2 Quad Q9505 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | Core 2 Quad Q9505 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
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