Core Duo T2700 vs Core i3-2310E

Core Duo T2700

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.33 GHz2006

Core i3-2310E

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core Duo T2700

2 / 2

1,860

+0.8%

1,845

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 T2700 is positioned at rank 1233 and the Core i3-2310E is on rank 1130, so the Core i3-2310E 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 Core i3-2310E

#1118

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3578%

#1119

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3526%

#1120

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3237%

#1121

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3222%

#1122

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3192%

#1124

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3083%

#1125

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2956%

#1126

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2951%

#1127

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2872%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

100%

#1131

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

100%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

94%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

93%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

93%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

93%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core Duo T2700 delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i3-2310E in both compute-intensive tasks (0.8% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core Duo T2700	Core i3-2310E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)	✅ More affordable ($20)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Core i3-2310E holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $20 (vs $663), it costs 97% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 3188% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core Duo T2700.

Insight	Core Duo T2700	Core i3-2310E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+3188%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)	✅ More affordable ($20)

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

Core i3-2310E Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Duo T2700 and Core i3-2310E

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.

Core i3-2310E

The Core i3-2310E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,845 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Core Duo T2700 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-2310E's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.33 GHz on the Core Duo T2700 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core i3-2310E — a 10.4% clock advantage for the Core Duo T2700 (base: 2.33 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core Duo T2700 uses the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i3-2310E uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core Duo T2700 scores 1,860 against the Core i3-2310E's 1,845 — a 0.8% lead for the Core Duo T2700. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core Duo T2700 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2310E.

Feature	Core Duo T2700	Core i3-2310E
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.33 GHz+11%	2.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.33 GHz+11%	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	256K (per core)
Process	65 nm	32 nm-51%
Architecture	Yonah (2005−2006)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	1,860	1,845
Geekbench 6 Single	200	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	350	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core Duo T2700 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-2310E uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2700 versus 1333 on the Core i3-2310E — the Core i3-2310E supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2310E supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core Duo T2700) vs 16 (Core i3-2310E) — the Core i3-2310E offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 945GM,945PM,945GME (Core Duo T2700) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i3-2310E).

Feature	Core Duo T2700	Core i3-2310E
Socket	PGA478	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	1333+66550%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB+26214300%	16
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 true (Core i3-2310E). The Core i3-2310E includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Core Duo T2700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Duo T2700 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core Duo T2700 rivals Core 2 Duo T5600; Core i3-2310E rivals Core i3-2330M.