CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo T5750
Athlon II X3 440
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 T5750 is positioned at rank 28 and the Athlon II X3 440 is on rank 722, so the Core 2 Duo T5750 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5750
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 440
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($8) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($8) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 T5750 and Athlon II X3 440
Core 2 Duo T5750
The Core 2 Duo T5750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,738 points. Launch price was $249.
Athlon II X3 440
The Athlon II X3 440 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 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: 1,743 points. Launch price was $47.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T5750 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X3 440 offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Athlon II X3 440 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5750 versus 3 GHz on the Athlon II X3 440 — a 40% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 440 (base: 2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T5750 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon II X3 440 uses Rana (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T5750 scores 1,738 against the Athlon II X3 440's 1,743 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon II X3 440. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5750 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X3 440.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3 GHz+50% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Rana (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,738 | 1,743 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 360 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 680 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T5750 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon II X3 440 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T5750 versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X3 440 — the Athlon II X3 440 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X3 440 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T5750) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X3 440).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: None (Core 2 Duo T5750) / not specified (Athlon II X3 440). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T5750 targets Legacy Laptop.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | None | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | — |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($8 vs $10), the Core 2 Duo T5750 is $2 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T5750 delivers 217.3 pts/$ vs 174.3 pts/$ for the Athlon II X3 440 — making the Core 2 Duo T5750 the 21.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | Athlon II X3 440 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $75 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8-20% | $10 |
| Performance per Dollar | 217.3+25% | 174.3 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2010 |
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