Core i3-7100H vs Core 2 Duo T5670

Core i3-7100H

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2017

Core 2 Duo T5670

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-7100H

2 / 4

3,450

+0.3%

3,440

0.0%

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 i3-7100H is positioned at rank 522 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 i3-7100H

#167

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

98%

#510

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

680%

#511

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

670%

#512

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

615%

#513

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

613%

#514

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

607%

#516

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

586%

#517

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

562%

#518

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

561%

#519

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

546%

#522

Core i3-7100H

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 i3-7100H (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-7100H	Core 2 Duo T5670
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 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 i3-7100H	Core 2 Duo T5670
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 i3-7100H Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T5670 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-7100H and Core 2 Duo T5670

Core i3-7100H

The Core i3-7100H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,450 points. Launch price was $393.

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 i3-7100H packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T5670's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-7100H versus 1.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5670 — a 43.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-7100H (base: 3 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core i3-7100H uses the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T5670 uses Merom-2M (2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7100H scores 3,450 against the Core 2 Duo T5670's 3,440 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-7100H. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-7100H vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5670.

Feature	Core i3-7100H	Core 2 Duo T5670
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz+56%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+67%	1.8 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)+50%	2 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	14 nm-78%	65 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake-H (2017)	Merom-2M (2008)
PassMark	3,450	3,440
Geekbench 6 Single	1,011	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7100H) / not specified (Core 2 Duo T5670). The Core i3-7100H includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Core 2 Duo T5670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7100H targets Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-7100H rivals Ryzen 3 2300U.