Core 2 Duo T7800 vs Core i3-4110M

Core 2 Duo T7800

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2007

Core i3-4110M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7800

2 / 2

2,663

0.0%

2,678

+0.6%

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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 T7800 is positioned at rank 156 and the Core i3-4110M is on rank 101, so the Core i3-4110M 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 T7800

#42

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A

99%

#144

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

331%

#145

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

326%

#146

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

299%

#147

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

298%

#148

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

295%

#150

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

285%

#151

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

273%

#152

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

273%

#153

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

265%

#156

Core 2 Duo T7800

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#158

Core i5-3210M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4110M

#31

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

94%

#89

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

274%

#90

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

270%

#91

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

248%

#92

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

247%

#93

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

244%

#95

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

236%

#96

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

226%

#97

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

226%

#98

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

220%

#101

Core i3-4110M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

100%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

98%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

97%

#114

Core i3-4100M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $99

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-4110M (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7800	Core i3-4110M
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7800 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7800	Core i3-4110M
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 T7800 Benchmark Check

Core i3-4110M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7800 and Core i3-4110M

Core 2 Duo T7800

The Core 2 Duo T7800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 18 August 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 2,663 points. Launch price was $515.

Core i3-4110M

The Core i3-4110M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,678 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T7800 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-4110M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7800 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-4110M — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7800 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i3-4110M uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7800 scores 2,663 against the Core i3-4110M's 2,678 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-4110M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7800 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-4110M.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7800	Core i3-4110M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.6 GHz	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	3 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	22 nm-66%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	2,663	2,678

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7800 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-4110M uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7800 versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-4110M — the Core i3-4110M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7800	Core i3-4110M
Socket	PGA478	PGA946
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR3L-1600+50%
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7800) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4110M). The Core i3-4110M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7800 targets Budget, Core i3-4110M targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7800 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.