Core 2 Duo T6570 vs Celeron G4930T
Core 2 Duo T6570
Celeron G4930T
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. The Core 2 Duo T6570 is positioned at rank #222 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6570
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4930T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6570 | Celeron G4930T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6570 | Celeron G4930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
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 T6570 and Celeron G4930T
Core 2 Duo T6570
The Core 2 Duo T6570 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: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,274 points. Launch price was $249.
Celeron G4930T
The Celeron G4930T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,287 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T6570 and Celeron G4930T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6570 versus 3 GHz on the Celeron G4930T — a 35.3% clock advantage for the Celeron G4930T (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T6570 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G4930T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T6570 scores 2,274 against the Celeron G4930T's 2,287 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron G4930T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 246 vs 599, a 83.6% lead for the Celeron G4930T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 2 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6570 | Celeron G4930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3 GHz+43% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,274 | 2,287 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 246 | 599+143% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 927 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T6570 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G4930T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo T6570 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4930T — the Celeron G4930T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: GM45,PM45,GL40 (Core 2 Duo T6570) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4930T).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6570 | Celeron G4930T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G4930T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T6570 targets Budget, Celeron G4930T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T6570 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U; Celeron G4930T rivals Pentium G5420T.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6570 | Celeron G4930T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
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