CPU
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Core 2 Duo T6670
Pentium P6200
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 P6200 is on rank 557, so the Core 2 Duo T6670 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 T6670
Performance Per Dollar Pentium P6200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium P6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium P6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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 P6200
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 P6200
The Pentium P6200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 0.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,394 points. Launch price was $60.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T6670 and Pentium P6200 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6670 versus 0.13 GHz on the Pentium P6200 — a 177.7% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo T6670 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.13 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T6670 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium P6200 uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T6670 scores 2,365 against the Pentium P6200's 2,394 — a 1.2% lead for the Pentium P6200. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 252 vs 200, a 23% lead for the Core 2 Duo T6670 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 252 vs 400 (45.4% advantage for the Pentium P6200). L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T6670 vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium P6200.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium P6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+1592% | 0.13 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+3% | 2.13 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,365 | 2,394+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 252+26% | 200 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 252 | 400+59% |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T6670 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Pentium P6200 uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo T6670) vs 16 (Pentium P6200) — the Pentium P6200 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6670) and HM55,HM57 (Pentium P6200).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium P6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| 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 None (Pentium P6200). The Pentium P6200 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T6670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T6670 targets Budget, Pentium P6200 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T6670 rivals Core 2 Duo T6600.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6670 | Pentium P6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | None |
| Target Use | Budget | Legacy Laptop |
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