CPU
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Core 2 Duo T5870
Celeron N2807
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 T5870 is positioned at rank 538 and the Celeron N2807 is on rank 51, so the Celeron N2807 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 T5870
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2807
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Celeron N2807 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Celeron N2807 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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 T5870 and Celeron N2807
Core 2 Duo T5870
The Core 2 Duo T5870 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. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,089 points. Launch price was $249.
Celeron N2807
The Celeron N2807 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.58 GHz, with boost up to 2.16 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.3 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,093 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T5870 and Celeron N2807 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5870 versus 2.16 GHz on the Celeron N2807 — a 7.7% clock advantage for the Celeron N2807 (base: 2 GHz vs 1.58 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T5870 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron N2807 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T5870 scores 2,089 against the Celeron N2807's 2,093 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron N2807. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 203 vs 180, a 12% lead for the Core 2 Duo T5870 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 314 vs 320 (1.9% advantage for the Celeron N2807). L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5870 vs 0 kB on the Celeron N2807.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Celeron N2807 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.16 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz+27% | 1.58 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 2,089 | 2,093 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 203+13% | 180 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 314 | 320+2% |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T5870 versus DDR3L-1333 on the Celeron N2807 — the Celeron N2807 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Core 2 Duo T5870) vs 1 (Celeron N2807). PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo T5870) vs 4 (Celeron N2807) — the Celeron N2807 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM965,GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T5870) and SoC (Celeron N2807).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Celeron N2807 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3L-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron N2807 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Core 2 Duo T5870 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T5870 targets Legacy Mobile, Celeron N2807 targets Netbook. Direct competitor: Celeron N2807 rivals AMD E1-6010.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Celeron N2807 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Mobile | Netbook |
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