Core 2 Duo U7700 vs Processor N50

Core 2 Duo U7700

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.33 GHz2006

Processor N50

2 Cores2 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo U7700

2 / 2

1,335

0.0%

1,339

+0.3%

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 U7700 is positioned at rank 1203 and the Processor N50 is on rank 1066, so the Processor N50 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 U7700

#1190

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

5753%

#1191

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5669%

#1192

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5204%

#1193

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5180%

#1194

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5133%

#1196

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

4957%

#1197

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4753%

#1198

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4745%

#1199

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4618%

#1202

Core 2 Duo E8135

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

100%

#1203

Core 2 Duo U7700

MSRP: $262|Avg: $10

100%

#1204

Core Duo T2400

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

99%

#1205

Core 2 Duo U7600

MSRP: $250|Avg: $5

99%

#1206

Pentium M 735

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

97%

#1207

Core i7-620LM

MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A

96%

#1208

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1210

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

93%

#1211

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

93%

#1212

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

91%

#1215

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

90%

#1216

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

90%

#1217

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N50

#1054

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2805%

#1055

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2764%

#1056

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2537%

#1057

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2526%

#1058

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2503%

#1060

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2417%

#1061

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2317%

#1062

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2314%

#1063

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2251%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

100%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

99%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

96%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

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 Processor N50 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo U7700	Processor N50
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($10)	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom-2048 (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo U7700 (2006) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo U7700	Processor N50
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1096%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($10)	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)

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 U7700 Benchmark Check

Processor N50 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo U7700 and Processor N50

Core 2 Duo U7700

The Core 2 Duo U7700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom-2048 (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 1.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,335 points. Launch price was $249.

Processor N50

The Processor N50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,339 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo U7700 and Processor N50 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.33 GHz on the Core 2 Duo U7700 versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor N50 — a 87.5% clock advantage for the Processor N50 (base: 1.33 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Core 2 Duo U7700 uses the Merom-2048 (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Processor N50 uses Alder Lake-N (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo U7700 scores 1,335 against the Processor N50's 1,339 — a 0.3% lead for the Processor N50. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo U7700 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor N50.

Feature	Core 2 Duo U7700	Processor N50
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.33 GHz	3.4 GHz+156%
Base Clock	1.33 GHz+33%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB (total)
Process	65 nm	10 nm-85%
Architecture	Merom-2048 (2006−2008)	Alder Lake-N (2023)
PassMark	1,335	1,339

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo U7700 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Processor N50 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core 2 Duo U7700	Processor N50
Socket	P	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 5.0+355%

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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo U7700 launched at $262 MSRP, while the Processor N50 debuted at $128. At current prices ($10 vs $120), the Core 2 Duo U7700 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo U7700 delivers 133.5 pts/$ vs 11.2 pts/$ for the Processor N50 — making the Core 2 Duo U7700 the 169.1% better value option.