CPU
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Core 2 Duo T6670
Pentium G4500T
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 T6670 is positioned at rank 474 and the Pentium G4500T is on rank 572, so the Core 2 Duo T6670 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6670
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
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 T6670 and Pentium G4500T
Core 2 Duo T6670
The Core 2 Duo T6670 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 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 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: 2,365 points. Launch price was $249.
Pentium G4500T
The Pentium G4500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,399 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T6670 and Pentium G4500T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6670 versus 3 GHz on the Pentium G4500T — a 30.8% clock advantage for the Pentium G4500T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T6670 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium G4500T uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T6670 scores 2,365 against the Pentium G4500T's 2,399 — a 1.4% lead for the Pentium G4500T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 252 vs 701, a 94.2% lead for the Pentium G4500T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 252 vs 1,260 (133.3% advantage for the Pentium G4500T). L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T6670 vs 3 MB on the Pentium G4500T.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3 GHz+36% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3 GHz+36% |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,365 | 2,399+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 252 | 701+178% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 252 | 1,260+400% |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T6670 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium G4500T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo T6670 versus DDR4-2133 on the Pentium G4500T — the Pentium G4500T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G4500T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo T6670) vs 16 (Pentium G4500T) — the Pentium G4500T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6670) and H110,B150,H170,Z170 (Pentium G4500T).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 64 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T6670) vs VT-x, VT-d (Pentium G4500T). The Pentium G4500T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Core 2 Duo T6670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T6670 targets Budget, Pentium G4500T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T6670 rivals Core 2 Duo T6600.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Low Power Desktop |
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