Core Duo T2250 vs Core i5-4210Y

Core Duo T2250

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2006

Core i5-4210Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core Duo T2250

2 / 2

1,537

+0.5%

1,530

0.0%

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 Duo T2250 is positioned at rank 3 and the Core i5-4210Y is on rank 218, so the Core Duo T2250 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 Duo T2250

Core Duo T2250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

95%

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

94%

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

86%

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

86%

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

85%

#10

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

82%

#11

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

79%

#12

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

79%

#13

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

77%

#17

Core i3-350M

MSRP: $130|Avg: $10

71%

#18

Atom x5-E8000

MSRP: $18|Avg: N/A

70%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4210Y

#57

Ryzen AI 9 365

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#205

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

384%

#206

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

378%

#207

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

347%

#208

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

345%

#209

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

342%

#211

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

330%

#212

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

317%

#213

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

316%

#214

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

308%

#218

Core i5-4210Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 i5-4210Y (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core Duo T2250	Core i5-4210Y
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core Duo T2250 (2006) relies on 65 nm technology and DDR1, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core Duo T2250	Core i5-4210Y
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 Duo T2250 Benchmark Check

Core i5-4210Y Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Duo T2250 and Core i5-4210Y

Core Duo T2250

The Core Duo T2250 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.73 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,537 points. Launch price was $249.

Core i5-4210Y

The Core i5-4210Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,530 points. Launch price was $297.

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Processing Power

The Core Duo T2250 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-4210Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.7 GHz on the Core Duo T2250 versus 1.9 GHz on the Core i5-4210Y — a 11.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-4210Y (base: 1.73 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core Duo T2250 uses the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i5-4210Y uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core Duo T2250 scores 1,537 against the Core i5-4210Y's 1,530 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Duo T2250. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core Duo T2250 vs 3 MB on the Core i5-4210Y.

Feature	Core Duo T2250	Core i5-4210Y
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.7 GHz	1.9 GHz+12%
Base Clock	1.73 GHz+15%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	3 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	22 nm-66%
Architecture	Yonah (2005−2006)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	1,537	1,530
Geekbench 6 Single	—	580

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Memory & Platform

The Core Duo T2250 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i5-4210Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core Duo T2250	Core i5-4210Y
Socket	PGA478	FCBGA1168
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3L-1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	12

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core Duo T2250) / VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4210Y). The Core i5-4210Y includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4200), while the Core Duo T2250 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4210Y targets Tablet/2-in-1. Direct competitor: Core i5-4210Y rivals A4-6210.