Core 2 Quad Q9505 vs Celeron J3455E

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Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is positioned at rank #993 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 Quad Q9505

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30500%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

28820%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

20926%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6304%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4993%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4368%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2502%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2469%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2248%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2248%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2223%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2163%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2133%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2124%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2105%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

100%

#993

Core 2 Quad Q9505

MSRP: $213|Avg: $150

100%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

99%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

98%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

96%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

95%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

93%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

92%

#1004

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

91%

#1005

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

91%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

91%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

90%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron J3455E (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Quad Q9505	Celeron J3455E
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Quad Q9505 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Quad Q9505	Celeron J3455E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Quad Q9505 and Celeron J3455E

Core 2 Quad Q9505

The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,176 points. Launch price was $249.

Celeron J3455E

The Celeron J3455E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,193 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Quad Q9505 and Celeron J3455E share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.83 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455E — a 93.9% clock advantage for the Celeron J3455E (base: 2.83 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is built on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Quad Q9505 scores 2,176 against the Celeron J3455E's 2,193 — a 0.8% lead for the Celeron J3455E. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 vs 2 MB on the Celeron J3455E.

Feature	Core 2 Quad Q9505	Celeron J3455E
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	0.83 GHz	2.3 GHz+177%
Base Clock	2.83 GHz+89%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache+200%	2 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Yorkfield (2007−2009)	—
PassMark	2,176	2,193
Geekbench 6 Single	—	450
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	850

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron J3455E — the Celeron J3455E supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Quad Q9505 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Quad Q9505) vs 6 (Celeron J3455E) — the Celeron J3455E offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core 2 Quad Q9505	Celeron J3455E
Socket	LGA775	—
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-2400+33%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+100%	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	6

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron J3455E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 500), while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Quad Q9505 targets Desktop, Celeron J3455E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J3455E rivals Pentium J4205.