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Core 2 Duo T5870
Pentium G2140
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 Pentium G2140 is on rank 775, so the Core 2 Duo T5870 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 Pentium G2140
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) |
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 Pentium G2140
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.
Pentium G2140
The Pentium G2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T5870 and Pentium G2140 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Core 2 Duo T5870 is built on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T5870 scores 2,089 against the Pentium G2140's 2,092 — a 0.1% lead for the Pentium G2140. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 203 vs 550, a 92.2% lead for the Pentium G2140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 314 vs 920 (98.2% advantage for the Pentium G2140). L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5870 vs 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2140.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.3 GHz+65% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | — |
| PassMark | 2,089 | 2,092 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 203 | 550+171% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 314 | 920+193% |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T5870 versus DDR3-1600 on the Pentium G2140 — the Pentium G2140 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G2140 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. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo T5870) vs 16 (Pentium G2140) — the Pentium G2140 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM965,GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T5870) and H61,B75 (Pentium G2140).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Pentium G2140 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T5870 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T5870 targets Legacy Mobile, Pentium G2140 targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5870 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Mobile | Legacy Desktop |
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