Core 2 Duo T6500 vs Core i5-8200Y

Core 2 Duo T6500

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2009

Core i5-8200Y

2 Cores4 Thrd5 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T6500

2 / 2

2,249

+0.2%

2,245

0.0%

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 T6500 is positioned at rank 178 and the Core i5-8200Y is on rank 957, so the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6500

#49

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

99%

#166

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

352%

#167

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

347%

#168

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

319%

#169

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

317%

#170

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

314%

#172

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

303%

#173

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

291%

#174

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

291%

#175

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

283%

#178

Core 2 Duo T6500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#193

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8200Y

#944

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1829%

#945

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1802%

#946

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1655%

#947

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1647%

#948

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1632%

#950

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1576%

#951

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1511%

#952

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1509%

#953

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1468%

#957

Core i5-8200Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#958

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

99%

#959

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

99%

#962

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

98%

#967

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

96%

#969

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

95%

#970

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i5-8200Y (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T6500	Core i5-8200Y
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T6500 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T6500	Core i5-8200Y
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core 2 Duo T6500 Benchmark Check

Core i5-8200Y Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T6500 and Core i5-8200Y

Core 2 Duo T6500

The Core 2 Duo T6500 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,249 points. Launch price was $249.

Core i5-8200Y

The Core i5-8200Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $291.

⚡

Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T6500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-8200Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6500 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-8200Y — a 60% clock advantage for the Core i5-8200Y (base: 2.1 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T6500 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i5-8200Y uses Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T6500 scores 2,249 against the Core i5-8200Y's 2,245 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo T6500. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T6500 vs 4 MB on the Core i5-8200Y.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T6500	Core i5-8200Y
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz	3.9 GHz+86%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz+62%	1.3 GHz
L3 Cache	2 MB L2 Cache	4 MB+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	512 kB
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Penryn (2008−2011)	Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021)
PassMark	2,249	2,245
Geekbench 6 Single	—	858

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T6500 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i5-8200Y uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T6500 versus LPDDR3-1866 on the Core i5-8200Y — the Core i5-8200Y supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-8200Y 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 T6500) vs 10 (Core i5-8200Y) — the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6500) and Amber Lake-Y (Core i5-8200Y).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T6500	Core i5-8200Y
Socket	PGA478	FCBGA1515
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-800	LPDDR3-1866+50%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+60%	10

🔧

Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo T6500) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8200Y). The Core i5-8200Y includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 615), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8200Y targets Tablet/2-in-1. Direct competitor: Core i5-8200Y rivals Athlon 300U.