Core 2 Duo T7700 vs Celeron G4930
Core 2 Duo T7700
Celeron G4930
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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7700
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4930
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7700 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($57) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7700 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($57) |
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 T7700 and Celeron G4930
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 G4930
The Celeron G4930 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,551 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T7700 and Celeron G4930 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 G4930 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Celeron G4930 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G4930 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7700 scores 2,554 against the Celeron G4930's 2,551 — a 0.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7700. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 254 vs 672, a 90.3% lead for the Celeron G4930 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7700 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G4930.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7700 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 14 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,554 | 2,551 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 254 | 672+165% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,229 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G4930 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 G4930 — the Celeron G4930 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4930 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 G4930).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7700 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G4930 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 G4930 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7700 rivals Athlon 64 X2 5000+; Celeron G4930 rivals Pentium G5420.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7700 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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