Core i3-4030Y vs Core 2 Duo T5500

Core i3-4030Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2014

Core 2 Duo T5500

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.66 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-4030Y

2 / 4

1,654

0.0%

1,660

+0.4%

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 i3-4030Y is positioned at rank 182 and the Core 2 Duo T5500 is on rank 386, so the Core i3-4030Y 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 i3-4030Y

#49

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

100%

#170

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

355%

#171

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

350%

#172

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

321%

#173

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

319%

#174

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

317%

#176

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

306%

#177

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

293%

#178

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

293%

#179

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

285%

#182

Core i3-4030Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#193

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

98%

#194

Atom N475

MSRP: $75|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5500

#119

Ryzen 7 PRO 250

MSRP: $400|Avg: $380

98%

#374

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

530%

#375

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

523%

#376

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

480%

#377

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

477%

#378

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

473%

#380

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

457%

#381

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

438%

#382

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

437%

#383

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

426%

#386

Core 2 Duo T5500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#391

Core i5-1145GRE

MSRP: $362|Avg: N/A

99%

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 i3-4030Y (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-4030Y	Core 2 Duo T5500
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T5500 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-4030Y	Core 2 Duo T5500
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 i3-4030Y Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T5500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4030Y and Core 2 Duo T5500

Core i3-4030Y

The Core i3-4030Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 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: 1,654 points. Launch price was $281.

Core 2 Duo T5500

The Core 2 Duo T5500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.66 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 34 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,660 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4030Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T5500's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Core i3-4030Y versus 1.66 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5500 — a 3.7% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo T5500 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.66 GHz). The Core i3-4030Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T5500 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4030Y scores 1,654 against the Core 2 Duo T5500's 1,660 — a 0.4% lead for the Core 2 Duo T5500. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-4030Y vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T5500.

Feature	Core i3-4030Y	Core 2 Duo T5500
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.6 GHz	1.66 GHz+4%
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	1.66 GHz+4%
L3 Cache	3 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	2 MB+300%
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	1,654	1,660

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-4030Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T5500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.