CPU
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Core i3-3220
Core 2 Duo T6570
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 i3-3220 is positioned at rank 804 and the Core 2 Duo T6570 is on rank 222, so the Core 2 Duo T6570 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3220
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3220 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($88) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3220 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($88) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3220 and Core 2 Duo T6570
Core i3-3220
The Core i3-3220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,276 points. Launch price was $117.
Core 2 Duo T6570
The Core 2 Duo T6570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,274 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3220 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T6570's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i3-3220 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6570 — a 44.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-3220 (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i3-3220 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3220 scores 2,276 against the Core 2 Duo T6570's 2,274 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-3220. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 503 vs 246, a 68.6% lead for the Core i3-3220 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3220 vs 2 MB on the Core 2 Duo T6570.
| Feature | Core i3-3220 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+57% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+57% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,276 | 2,274 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 503+104% | 246 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3220 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: B75,Z75,Z77,H77,Q75,Q77,H61,H67,P67,Z68 (Core i3-3220) and GM45,PM45,GL40 (Core 2 Duo T6570).
| Feature | Core i3-3220 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-3220) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T6570). The Core i3-3220 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2500), while the Core 2 Duo T6570 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3220 targets Budget Desktop, Core 2 Duo T6570 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-3220 rivals FX-4300; Core 2 Duo T6570 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Core i3-3220 | Core 2 Duo T6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 2500 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Budget |
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