Core 2 Duo T7250 vs Celeron 6305

Core 2 Duo T7250

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2 GHz2007

Celeron 6305

2 Cores2 Thrd2.5 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7250

2 / 2

2,073

0.0%

2,077

+0.2%

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 T7250 is positioned at rank 20 and the Celeron 6305 is on rank 897, so the Core 2 Duo T7250 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 T7250

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

142%

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

139%

#10

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

128%

#11

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

127%

#12

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

126%

#14

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

122%

#15

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

117%

#16

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

117%

#17

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

114%

#20

Core 2 Duo T7250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#22

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

92%

#23

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

88%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

88%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

84%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

84%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

83%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

82%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

82%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

82%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 6305

#885

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1512%

#886

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1489%

#887

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1367%

#888

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1361%

#889

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1349%

#891

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1302%

#892

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1249%

#893

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1247%

#894

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1213%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

100%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

97%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

96%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

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 Celeron 6305 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7250	Celeron 6305
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7250 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7250	Celeron 6305
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

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 T7250 Benchmark Check

Celeron 6305 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7250 and Celeron 6305

Core 2 Duo T7250

The Core 2 Duo T7250 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: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,073 points. Launch price was $249.

Celeron 6305

The Celeron 6305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 2.5 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,077 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T7250 and Celeron 6305 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7250 versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 6305 — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo T7250. The Core 2 Duo T7250 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron 6305 uses Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7250 scores 2,073 against the Celeron 6305's 2,077 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron 6305. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7250 vs 4 MB on the Celeron 6305.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7250	Celeron 6305
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz+11%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	4 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2.5 MB+25%
Process	65 nm	10 nm SuperFin-85%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)
PassMark	2,073	2,077
Geekbench 6 Single	—	744
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,236

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7250 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron 6305 uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7250 versus DDR4-3200 on the Celeron 6305 — the Celeron 6305 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7250) and Tiger Lake-U (Celeron 6305).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7250	Celeron 6305
Socket	PGA478	FCBGA1449
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 4.0+264%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR4-3200+100%
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	4

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7250) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 6305). The Celeron 6305 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen), while the Core 2 Duo T7250 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7250 targets Budget, Celeron 6305 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7250 rivals Athlon 64 X2 TK-42; Celeron 6305 rivals Pentium Gold 7505.