Core i3-4150 vs Core 2 Duo T5670

Core i3-4150

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2014

Core 2 Duo T5670

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-4150

2 / 4

3,406

0.0%

3,440

+1.0%

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 i3-4150 is positioned at rank 960 and the Core 2 Duo T5670 is on rank 2, so the Core 2 Duo T5670 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 i3-4150

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

25719%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

24302%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

17645%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

5316%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4211%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3683%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2110%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2082%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1896%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1896%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1875%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1824%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1798%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1791%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1775%

#960

Core i3-4150

MSRP: $281|Avg: $70

100%

#961

Core i5-750

MSRP: $210|Avg: $30

100%

#962

Core i3-2100T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $127

100%

#963

Pentium E2210

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

99%

#964

Core i3-560

MSRP: $138|Avg: $10

98%

#965

Core i3-550

MSRP: $138|Avg: $5

98%

#966

Core i7-980

MSRP: $583|Avg: $50

98%

#967

Pentium G3250

MSRP: $171|Avg: $25

97%

#968

Pentium E2200

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

97%

#969

Core 2 Duo E7300

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

96%

#970

Core i3-540

MSRP: $133|Avg: $5

96%

#972

Phenom II X3 700e

MSRP: $125|Avg: $40

96%

#973

Core i5-760

MSRP: $230|Avg: $61

96%

#974

Core i3-7102E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $80

95%

#975

Core 2 Quad Q8400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $128

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5670

Core 2 Duo T5670

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

43%

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

42%

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

39%

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

38%

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

38%

#10

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

37%

#11

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

35%

#12

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

35%

#13

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

34%

#17

Core i3-350M

MSRP: $130|Avg: $10

32%

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 i3-4150 (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-4150	Core 2 Duo T5670
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom-2M (2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T5670 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-4150	Core 2 Duo T5670
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i3-4150 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T5670 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4150 and Core 2 Duo T5670

Core i3-4150

The Core i3-4150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,406 points. Launch price was $69.

Core 2 Duo T5670

The Core 2 Duo T5670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom-2M (2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 3,440 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4150 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T5670's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i3-4150 versus 1.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5670 — a 64.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-4150 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core i3-4150 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T5670 uses Merom-2M (2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4150 scores 3,406 against the Core 2 Duo T5670's 3,440 — a 1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T5670. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4150 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5670.

Feature	Core i3-4150	Core 2 Duo T5670
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+94%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+94%	1.8 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)+50%	2 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Merom-2M (2008)
PassMark	3,406	3,440
Geekbench 6 Single	1,071	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4150) / not specified (Core 2 Duo T5670). The Core i3-4150 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4400), while the Core 2 Duo T5670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4150 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-4150 rivals FX-6300.