Core 2 Duo T7500 vs Core m5-6Y54

CPU

GPU

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2007

Core m5-6Y54

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 / 2

2,308

+0.6%

2,294

0.0%

Pentium Dual Core T4400

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 T7500 is positioned at rank 88 and the Core m5-6Y54 is on rank 1132, so the Core 2 Duo T7500 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 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 Core m5-6Y54

#1120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3596%

#1121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3543%

#1122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3252%

#1123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3238%

#1124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3208%

#1126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3098%

#1127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2971%

#1128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2966%

#1129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2886%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

93%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

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 Core m5-6Y54 (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7500	Core m5-6Y54
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 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	Core m5-6Y54
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+5554%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)

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

Core m5-6Y54 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7500 and Core m5-6Y54

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.

Core m5-6Y54

The Core m5-6Y54 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,294 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T7500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core m5-6Y54's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7500 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Core m5-6Y54 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7500 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses Skylake-Y (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7500 scores 2,308 against the Core m5-6Y54's 2,294 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7500. Multi-core Geekbench: 507 vs 1,648 (105.9% advantage for the Core m5-6Y54). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7500 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core m5-6Y54.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	Core m5-6Y54
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	2.7 GHz+23%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+100%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	4 MB+1500%	256 kB (per core)
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Skylake-Y (2015)
PassMark	2,308	2,294
Geekbench 6 Single	—	875
Geekbench 6 Multi	507	1,648+225%

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7500 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7500 versus LPDDR3-1866 on the Core m5-6Y54 — the Core m5-6Y54 supports 40% 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 Skylake-Y (Core m5-6Y54).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	Core m5-6Y54
Socket	PGA478	FCBGA1515
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	LPDDR3-1866+50%
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	10

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7500) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54). The Core m5-6Y54 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 515), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7500 targets Budget, Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7500 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U; Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7500	Core m5-6Y54
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 515
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Budget	Enthusiast

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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo T7500 launched at $316 MSRP, while the Core m5-6Y54 debuted at $281. At current prices ($5 vs $281), the Core 2 Duo T7500 is $276 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T7500 delivers 461.6 pts/$ vs 8.2 pts/$ for the Core m5-6Y54 — making the Core 2 Duo T7500 the 193% better value option.