Core 2 Duo T7500 vs Celeron G4930T

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2007

Celeron G4930T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 3 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 / 2

2,308

+0.9%

2,287

0.0%

Core i7-660UM

Celeron G1620T

Pentium Dual Core T2390

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. The Core 2 Duo T7500 is positioned at rank #88 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 T7500

#27

Core Ultra 7 265HX

MSRP: $450|Avg: N/A

94%

#76

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

254%

#77

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

251%

#78

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

230%

#79

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

229%

#80

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

227%

#82

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

219%

#83

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

210%

#84

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

210%

#85

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

204%

#88

Core 2 Duo T7500

MSRP: $316|Avg: $5

100%

#98

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

94%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4930T

#317

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

109%

#318

Core i3-10305T

MSRP: $143|Avg: $143

109%

#319

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

107%

#320

Core i3-10100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $146

107%

#321

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650GE

MSRP: $311|Avg: $311

107%

#322

Celeron G6900

MSRP: $52|Avg: $77

106%

#323

Core i9-11900K

MSRP: $539|Avg: $435

106%

#324

Core i7-12700TE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $350

104%

#325

Core i9-12900E

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

103%

#326

Celeron G4900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $40

103%

#327

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $452

102%

#328

Core i9-9900KS

MSRP: $513|Avg: $350

102%

#329

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

101%

#330

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

100%

#331

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

100%

#332

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

100%

#333

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

99%

#334

Core i3-9100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $125

97%

#335

Core i9-10900X

MSRP: $590|Avg: $425

97%

#336

Core i7-8700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $196

96%

#337

Ryzen 5 3600XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $357

95%

#338

Core i9-10980XE

MSRP: $979|Avg: $620

95%

#339

Core i5-8500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $149

95%

#340

Core i9-9900KF

MSRP: $488|Avg: $350

95%

#341

Ryzen Embedded V2748

MSRP: $309|Avg: $359

94%

#342

Core i3-9350K

MSRP: $184|Avg: $150

93%

#343

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

91%

#344

Core i9-9900

MSRP: $423|Avg: $330

90%

#345

Core i9-9980XE

MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593

90%

#346

Core i7-10700K

MSRP: $387|Avg: $380

90%

#347

Celeron G5905T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

87%

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 G4930T (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7500	Celeron G4930T
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7500 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7500	Celeron G4930T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+748%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)

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 T7500 Benchmark Check

Celeron G4930T Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7500 and Celeron G4930T

Core 2 Duo T7500

The Core 2 Duo T7500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 May 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,308 points. Launch price was $234.

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.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T7500 and Celeron G4930T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7500 versus 3 GHz on the Celeron G4930T — a 30.8% clock advantage for the Celeron G4930T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7500 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G4930T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7500 scores 2,308 against the Celeron G4930T's 2,287 — a 0.9% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7500. Multi-core Geekbench: 507 vs 927 (58.6% advantage for the Celeron G4930T). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7500 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G4930T.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	Celeron G4930T
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	3 GHz+36%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3 GHz+36%
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	2,308	2,287
Geekbench 6 Single	—	599
Geekbench 6 Multi	507	927+83%

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7500 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 DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7500 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4930T — the Celeron G4930T 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 T7500) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4930T).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	Celeron G4930T
Socket	PGA478	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR4-2400+100%
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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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 T7500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7500 targets Budget, Celeron G4930T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7500 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U; Celeron G4930T rivals Pentium G5420T.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	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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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo T7500 launched at $316 MSRP, while the Celeron G4930T debuted at $42. At current prices ($5 vs $42), the Core 2 Duo T7500 is $37 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T7500 delivers 461.6 pts/$ vs 54.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G4930T — making the Core 2 Duo T7500 the 157.8% better value option.