Core 2 Duo T7700 vs Core i3-7020U

Core 2 Duo T7700

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2007

Core i3-7020U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7700

2 / 2

2,554

0.0%

2,567

+0.5%

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 T7700 is positioned at rank 484 and the Core i3-7020U is on rank 70, so the Core i3-7020U 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 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 Core i3-7020U

#15

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#18

Ryzen 5 8500G

MSRP: $179|Avg: $150

94%

#58

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

229%

#59

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

225%

#60

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

207%

#61

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

206%

#62

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

204%

#64

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

197%

#65

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

189%

#66

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

189%

#67

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

183%

#70

Core i3-7020U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#75

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

97%

#79

Atom D2500

MSRP: $42|Avg: N/A

94%

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 i3-7020U (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7700	Core i3-7020U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 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	Core i3-7020U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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

Core i3-7020U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7700 and Core i3-7020U

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.

Core i3-7020U

The Core i3-7020U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,567 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T7700 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-7020U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7700 versus 2.3 GHz on the Core i3-7020U — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo T7700 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i3-7020U uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7700 scores 2,554 against the Core i3-7020U's 2,567 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-7020U. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7700 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-7020U.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7700	Core i3-7020U
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz+4%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+4%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	3 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	2,554	2,567
Geekbench 6 Single	254	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7700 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-7020U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7700	Core i3-7020U
Socket	PGA478	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	—
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7700) / not specified (Core i3-7020U). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7700 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7700 rivals Athlon 64 X2 5000+.