Core 2 Duo T7600 vs Athlon II X4 615e
Core 2 Duo T7600
Athlon II X4 615e
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 T7600 is positioned at rank 875 and the Athlon II X4 615e is on rank 983, so the Core 2 Duo T7600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7600
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 615e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7600 | Athlon II X4 615e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7600 | Athlon II X4 615e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 T7600 and Athlon II X4 615e
Core 2 Duo T7600
The Core 2 Duo T7600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 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: 2,004 points. Launch price was $619.
Athlon II X4 615e
The Athlon II X4 615e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,018 points. Launch price was $59.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T7600 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X4 615e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 615e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.33 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7600 versus 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II X4 615e — a 7% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 615e (base: 2.33 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7600 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon II X4 615e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7600 scores 2,004 against the Athlon II X4 615e's 2,018 — a 0.7% lead for the Athlon II X4 615e. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7600 | Athlon II X4 615e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.33 GHz | 2.5 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz | 2.5 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,004 | 2,018 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,161 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 331 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,161 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T7600 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon II X4 615e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7600 versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 615e — the Athlon II X4 615e supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X4 615e supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Socket P (Core 2 Duo T7600) and AMD 870,AMD 880G,AMD 890FX,AMD 990FX (Athlon II X4 615e).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7600 | Athlon II X4 615e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon II X4 615e has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7600) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 615e). Primary use case: Athlon II X4 615e targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Athlon II X4 615e rivals Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7600 | Athlon II X4 615e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
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