Core 2 Duo T7200 vs Core 2 Duo T5750

Core 2 Duo T7200

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2 GHz2006

Core 2 Duo T5750

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7200

2 / 2

1,717

0.0%

1,738

+1.2%

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 T7200 is positioned at rank 29 and the Core 2 Duo T5750 is on rank 28, so the Core 2 Duo T5750 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 T7200

#17

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

171%

#18

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

168%

#19

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

155%

#20

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

154%

#21

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

152%

#23

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

147%

#24

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

141%

#25

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

141%

#26

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

137%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

100%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

100%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

99%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

99%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

97%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

90%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

89%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5750

#16

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

169%

#17

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

166%

#18

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

153%

#19

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

152%

#20

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

151%

#22

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

145%

#23

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

139%

#24

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

139%

#25

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

136%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

100%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

99%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

98%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

98%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

98%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

96%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

89%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

88%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Core 2 Duo T5750 shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7200	Core 2 Duo T5750
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($6)	⚠️ Higher cost ($8)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Core 2 Duo T7200 holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $6 (vs $8), it costs 25% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 32% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core 2 Duo T5750.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7200	Core 2 Duo T5750
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+32%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($6)	⚠️ Higher cost ($8)

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 T7200 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T5750 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7200 and Core 2 Duo T5750

Core 2 Duo T7200

The Core 2 Duo T7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). 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: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 34 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,717 points. Launch price was $286.

Core 2 Duo T5750

The Core 2 Duo T5750 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. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,738 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T7200 and Core 2 Duo T5750 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7200 versus 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5750 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2 GHz vs 2 GHz). Both are built on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture using a 65 nm process. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7200 scores 1,717 against the Core 2 Duo T5750's 1,738 — a 1.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo T5750. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7200 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5750.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7200	Core 2 Duo T5750
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2 GHz
Base Clock	2 GHz	2 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB
Process	65 nm	65 nm
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,717	1,738+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	360
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	680

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the PGA478 socket with PCIe 1.1. Both support up to DDR2-667 memory speed. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7200) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T5750).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7200	Core 2 Duo T5750
Socket	PGA478	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	—	4 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7200) vs None (Core 2 Duo T5750). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7200 targets Budget, Core 2 Duo T5750 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7200 rivals Athlon 64 X2 TK-42.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7200	Core 2 Duo T5750
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x	None
Target Use	Budget	Legacy Laptop

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Value Analysis

At current prices ($6 vs $8), the Core 2 Duo T7200 is $2 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T7200 delivers 286.2 pts/$ vs 217.3 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo T5750 — making the Core 2 Duo T7200 the 27.4% better value option.