Core 2 Duo P7550 vs Phenom II X4 850
Core 2 Duo P7550
Phenom II X4 850
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 P7550 is positioned at rank 192 and the Phenom II X4 850 is on rank 251, so the Core 2 Duo P7550 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P7550
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 850
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7550 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($28) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7550 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($28) |
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 P7550 and Phenom II X4 850
Core 2 Duo P7550
The Core 2 Duo P7550 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 2.26 GHz, with boost up to 2.26 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: 2,439 points. Launch price was $249.
Phenom II X4 850
The Phenom II X4 850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,441 points. Launch price was $111.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo P7550 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Phenom II X4 850 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X4 850 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.26 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P7550 versus 3.3 GHz on the Phenom II X4 850 — a 37.4% clock advantage for the Phenom II X4 850 (base: 2.26 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo P7550 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Phenom II X4 850 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo P7550 scores 2,439 against the Phenom II X4 850's 2,441 — a 0.1% lead for the Phenom II X4 850. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P7550 vs 0 kB on the Phenom II X4 850.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7550 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.26 GHz | 3.3 GHz+46% |
| Base Clock | 2.26 GHz | 3.3 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+500% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,439 | 2,441 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo P7550 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Phenom II X4 850 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7550 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
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