Core Duo T2700 vs Celeron G3900TE

Core Duo T2700

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.33 GHz2006

Celeron G3900TE

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core Duo T2700

2 / 2

1,860

+0.5%

1,850

0.0%

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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 Duo T2700 is positioned at rank 1233 and the Celeron G3900TE is on rank 467, so the Celeron G3900TE 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 T2700

#1221

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

10441%

#1222

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

10288%

#1223

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

9445%

#1224

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

9402%

#1225

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

9316%

#1227

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

8996%

#1228

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

8626%

#1229

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

8612%

#1230

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

8381%

#1233

Core Duo T2700

MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A

100%

#1235

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

84%

#1236

Core Solo T1400

MSRP: $200|Avg: $5

76%

#1237

Core i7-940XM

MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A

74%

#1238

Core Solo T1350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $70

72%

#1240

Core Solo T1300

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

65%

#1241

Core Solo T1200

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

60%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3900TE

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7076%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

6686%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4855%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1463%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1159%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1013%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

580%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

573%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

522%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

522%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

516%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

502%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

495%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

493%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

488%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

100%

#363

Celeron G5900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

100%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

99%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

98%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

98%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

98%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

97%

#467

Celeron G3900TE

MSRP: $42|Avg: $45

100%

#471

Pentium G4620

MSRP: $86|Avg: $154

99%

#476

Athlon X4 830

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

98%

#480

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

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 Celeron G3900TE (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core Duo T2700	Celeron G3900TE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)	✅ More affordable ($45)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core Duo T2700 (2006) relies on 65 nm technology and DDR1, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core Duo T2700	Celeron G3900TE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1365%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)	✅ More affordable ($45)

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 T2700 Benchmark Check

Celeron G3900TE Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Duo T2700 and Celeron G3900TE

Core Duo T2700

The Core Duo T2700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 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: 1,860 points. Launch price was $663.

Celeron G3900TE

The Celeron G3900TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $42.

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Processing Power

Both the Core Duo T2700 and Celeron G3900TE share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.33 GHz on the Core Duo T2700 versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron G3900TE — a 1.3% clock advantage for the Core Duo T2700. The Core Duo T2700 uses the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G3900TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core Duo T2700 scores 1,860 against the Celeron G3900TE's 1,850 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Duo T2700. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 200 vs 514, a 88% lead for the Celeron G3900TE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 350 vs 903 (88.3% advantage for the Celeron G3900TE). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core Duo T2700 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G3900TE.

Feature	Core Duo T2700	Celeron G3900TE
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.33 GHz+1%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.33 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	Yonah (2005−2006)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	1,860	1,850
Geekbench 6 Single	200	514+157%
Geekbench 6 Multi	350	903+158%

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Memory & Platform

The Core Duo T2700 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G3900TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2700 versus DDR4-2133 on the Celeron G3900TE — the Celeron G3900TE supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3900TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core Duo T2700) vs 16 (Celeron G3900TE) — the Celeron G3900TE offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 945GM,945PM,945GME (Core Duo T2700) and H110,Q170 (Celeron G3900TE).

Feature	Core Duo T2700	Celeron G3900TE
Socket	PGA478	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR4-2133+100%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	64 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core Duo T2700) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3900TE). The Celeron G3900TE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Core Duo T2700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Duo T2700 targets Laptop, Celeron G3900TE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core Duo T2700 rivals Core 2 Duo T5600; Celeron G3900TE rivals Pentium G4400T.