Core 2 Duo T7700 vs Celeron G4920

Core 2 Duo T7700

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2007

Celeron G4920

2 Cores2 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7700

2 / 2

2,554

0.0%

2,555

0.0%

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 T7700 is positioned at rank #484 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 T7700

#153

Core i7-1370P

MSRP: $438|Avg: $280

98%

#472

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

632%

#473

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

623%

#474

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

571%

#475

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

569%

#476

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

564%

#478

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

544%

#479

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

522%

#480

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

521%

#481

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

507%

#484

Core 2 Duo T7700

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#488

Processor U300

MSRP: $193|Avg: $180

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4920

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

155%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

155%

#379

Core i9-9940X

MSRP: $1387|Avg: $850

149%

#380

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1836

147%

#381

Ryzen Embedded V1756B

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

146%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

136%

#383

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

128%

#384

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850

126%

#385

Celeron G4900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $85

125%

#386

Ryzen Embedded V3C18I

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

125%

#387

Ryzen Embedded V1807B

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

121%

#388

Ryzen Embedded R2312

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

119%

#389

Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200

118%

#390

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $1247

115%

#391

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

107%

#392

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

100%

#393

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

92%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

89%

#395

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491

63%

#396

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

35%

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 G4920 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7700	Celeron G4920
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7700 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7700	Celeron G4920
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)

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 T7700 Benchmark Check

Celeron G4920 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7700 and Celeron G4920

Core 2 Duo T7700

The Core 2 Duo T7700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 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: 2,554 points. Launch price was $307.

Celeron G4920

The Celeron G4920 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,555 points. Launch price was $52.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T7700 and Celeron G4920 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7700 versus 3.2 GHz on the Celeron G4920 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Celeron G4920 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G4920 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7700 scores 2,554 against the Celeron G4920's 2,555 — a 0% lead for the Celeron G4920. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 254 vs 672, a 90.3% lead for the Celeron G4920 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7700 vs 6 MB (total) on the Celeron G4920.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7700	Celeron G4920
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz	3.2 GHz+33%
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	3.2 GHz+33%
L3 Cache	0 kB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	4 MB+1500%	256K (per core)
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	2,554	2,555
Geekbench 6 Single	254	672+165%
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,229

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G4920 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7700 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4920 — the Celeron G4920 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4920 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: GL960,GME965,GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7700) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4920).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7700	Celeron G4920
Socket	PGA478	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR4-2400+100%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	64 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G4920 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core 2 Duo T7700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7700 targets Budget, Celeron G4920 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7700 rivals Athlon 64 X2 5000+; Celeron G4920 rivals Pentium G5420.