Core 2 Extreme X9000 vs Core 2 Extreme X7900

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 Extreme X9000 is positioned at rank 915 and the Core 2 Extreme X7900 is on rank 1162, so the Core 2 Extreme X9000 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 Extreme X9000

#903

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1589%

#904

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1565%

#905

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1437%

#906

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1430%

#907

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1417%

#909

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1369%

#910

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1312%

#911

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1310%

#912

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1275%

#915

Core 2 Extreme X9000

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100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

99%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

98%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Extreme X7900

#1150

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4185%

#1151

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4124%

#1152

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3786%

#1153

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3769%

#1154

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3734%

#1156

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3606%

#1157

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3458%

#1158

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3452%

#1159

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3359%

#1162

Core 2 Extreme X7900

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100%

#1163

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

98%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1167

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1168

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

97%

#1170

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#1171

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1172

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

95%

#1173

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

95%

#1174

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

95%

#1176

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

93%

#1177

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Core 2 Extreme X7900 shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.

Insight	Core 2 Extreme X9000	Core 2 Extreme X7900
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core 2 Extreme X9000	Core 2 Extreme X7900
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 Extreme X9000 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Extreme X7900 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Extreme X9000 and Core 2 Extreme X7900

Core 2 Extreme X9000

The Core 2 Extreme X9000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,108 points. Launch price was $851.

Core 2 Extreme X7900

The Core 2 Extreme X7900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $851.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Extreme X9000 and Core 2 Extreme X7900 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Extreme X9000 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Extreme X7900 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core 2 Extreme X9000 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Extreme X7900 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Extreme X9000 scores 1,108 against the Core 2 Extreme X7900's 1,115 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 2 Extreme X7900. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Extreme X9000 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Extreme X7900.

Feature	Core 2 Extreme X9000	Core 2 Extreme X7900
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz	2.8 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz	2.8 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache	0 kB
L2 Cache	6 MB+50%	4 MB
Process	45 nm-31%	65 nm
Architecture	Penryn (2008−2011)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,108	1,115

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the PGA478 socket with PCIe 1.1.

Feature	Core 2 Extreme X9000	Core 2 Extreme X7900
Socket	PGA478	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	—	4 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core 2 Extreme X9000) / VT-x (Core 2 Extreme X7900). Primary use case: Core 2 Extreme X7900 targets Mobile.