Core i3-5005U vs Core 2 Quad Q9300

Core i3-5005U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2 GHz2015

Core 2 Quad Q9300

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.5 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-5005U

2 / 4

2,012

0.0%

2,011

0.0%

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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 i3-5005U is positioned at rank 362 and the Core 2 Quad Q9300 is on rank 1039, so the Core i3-5005U 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 i3-5005U

#107

Core Ultra 5 228V

MSRP: $295|Avg: $295

100%

#111

Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $180

99%

#350

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

510%

#351

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

503%

#352

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

462%

#353

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

460%

#354

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

455%

#356

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

440%

#357

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

422%

#358

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

421%

#359

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

410%

#362

Core i3-5005U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#375

Pentium Dual Core T3200

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q9300

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

41232%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

38960%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

28288%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

8522%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

6750%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

5905%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

3382%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

3338%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

3039%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

3039%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

3005%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2924%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2883%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2872%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2846%

#1039

Core 2 Quad Q9300

MSRP: $266|Avg: $27

100%

#1040

Athlon II X4 638

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

100%

#1041

Core 2 Duo E7200

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

100%

#1043

Phenom X3 8750

MSRP: $195|Avg: $20

98%

#1044

Pentium G4400TE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

97%

#1045

Celeron 2.60

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

96%

#1046

Core i7-990X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $225

94%

#1047

Phenom X4 9750B

MSRP: $215|Avg: $34

94%

#1048

Core 2 Duo E8200

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

93%

#1049

Core 2 Quad Q9450

MSRP: $316|Avg: $15

92%

#1050

Core 2 Duo E8600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $95

91%

#1051

Core 2 Duo E6320

MSRP: $163|Avg: $5

90%

#1052

Core i7-980X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $150

90%

#1053

Athlon 64 X2 3600+

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

90%

#1054

Core 2 Duo E6420

MSRP: $183|Avg: $10

89%

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 i3-5005U (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-5005U	Core 2 Quad Q9300
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($27)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Quad Q9300 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-5005U	Core 2 Quad Q9300
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($27)

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 i3-5005U Benchmark Check

Core 2 Quad Q9300 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-5005U and Core 2 Quad Q9300

Core i3-5005U

The Core i3-5005U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,012 points. Launch price was $275.

Core 2 Quad Q9300

The Core 2 Quad Q9300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,011 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-5005U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Quad Q9300 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core 2 Quad Q9300 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i3-5005U versus 2.5 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9300 — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Core 2 Quad Q9300 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i3-5005U uses the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Quad Q9300 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-5005U scores 2,012 against the Core 2 Quad Q9300's 2,011 — a 0% lead for the Core i3-5005U. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-5005U vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Quad Q9300.

Feature	Core i3-5005U	Core 2 Quad Q9300
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2.5 GHz+25%
Base Clock	2 GHz	2.5 GHz+25%
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	6 MB (total)+2300%
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Broadwell-U (2015)	Yorkfield (2007−2009)
PassMark	2,012	2,011
Geekbench 6 Single	617	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,227	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-5005U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Quad Q9300 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i3-5005U) vs 16 (Core 2 Quad Q9300) — the Core 2 Quad Q9300 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel Broadwell-U (Core i3-5005U) and P35,P45,X38,X48 (Core 2 Quad Q9300).

Feature	Core i3-5005U	Core 2 Quad Q9300
Socket	FCBGA1168	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	16+33%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i3-5005U) / not specified (Core 2 Quad Q9300). The Core i3-5005U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 5500), while the Core 2 Quad Q9300 requires a dedicated GPU.