Core i3-4100E vs Core Duo T2700

Core i3-4100E

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2013

Core Duo T2700

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.33 GHz2006

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-4100E

2 / 4

1,848

0.0%

1,860

+0.6%

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 i3-4100E is positioned at rank 1127 and the Core Duo T2700 is on rank 1233, so the Core i3-4100E 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 i3-4100E

#1114

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3574%

#1115

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3521%

#1116

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3233%

#1117

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3218%

#1118

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3189%

#1120

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3079%

#1121

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2952%

#1122

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2948%

#1123

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2868%

#1126

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

100%

#1127

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

100%

#1128

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1129

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

100%

#1130

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

100%

#1131

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1133

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1134

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1135

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1136

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

94%

#1137

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1138

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1140

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

93%

#1141

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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 Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-4100E (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-4100E	Core Duo T2700
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 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 i3-4100E	Core Duo T2700
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2096%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)

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 i3-4100E Benchmark Check

Core Duo T2700 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4100E and Core Duo T2700

Core i3-4100E

The Core i3-4100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 3 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,848 points. Launch price was $225.

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.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4100E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core Duo T2700's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-4100E versus 2.33 GHz on the Core Duo T2700 — a 3% clock advantage for the Core i3-4100E (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.33 GHz). The Core i3-4100E uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core Duo T2700 uses Yonah (2005−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4100E scores 1,848 against the Core Duo T2700's 1,860 — a 0.6% lead for the Core Duo T2700. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 550 vs 200, a 93.3% lead for the Core i3-4100E that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4100E vs 0 kB on the Core Duo T2700.

Feature	Core i3-4100E	Core Duo T2700
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz+3%	2.33 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+3%	2.33 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Yonah (2005−2006)
PassMark	1,848	1,860
Geekbench 6 Single	550+175%	200
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	350

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-4100E uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Duo T2700 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-4100E versus DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2700 — the Core i3-4100E supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-4100E supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-4100E) vs 0 (Core Duo T2700) — the Core i3-4100E offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: QM87,HM86,HM87 (Core i3-4100E) and 945GM,945PM,945GME (Core Duo T2700).

Feature	Core i3-4100E	Core Duo T2700
Socket	BGA1364	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600+50%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+300%	4 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-4100E) vs VT-x (Core Duo T2700). The Core i3-4100E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Core Duo T2700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4100E targets Embedded, Core Duo T2700 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-4100E rivals Embedded R-Series; Core Duo T2700 rivals Core 2 Duo T5600.