CPU
GPU
Core i5-4200U
Core 2 Duo P7370
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 i5-4200U is positioned at rank 243 and the Core 2 Duo P7370 is on rank 512, so the Core i5-4200U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4200U
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P7370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4200U | Core 2 Duo P7370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower 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 (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4200U | Core 2 Duo P7370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4200U and Core 2 Duo P7370
Core i5-4200U
The Core i5-4200U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 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 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,176 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo P7370
The Core 2 Duo P7370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,191 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4200U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo P7370's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core i5-4200U versus 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P7370 — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-4200U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-4200U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core 2 Duo P7370 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4200U scores 2,176 against the Core 2 Duo P7370's 2,191 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo P7370. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-4200U vs 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P7370.
| Feature | Core i5-4200U | Core 2 Duo P7370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+30% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 3 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 3 MB+1100% |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,176 | 2,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 733 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4200U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo P7370 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1600 memory speed. The Core i5-4200U supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-4200U) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo P7370) — the Core 2 Duo P7370 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,HM87,QM87 (Core i5-4200U) and Mobile (Core 2 Duo P7370).
| Feature | Core i5-4200U | Core 2 Duo P7370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4200U) vs false (Core 2 Duo P7370). The Core i5-4200U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4400), while the Core 2 Duo P7370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4200U targets Thin & Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4200U rivals A6-5350M.
| Feature | Core i5-4200U | Core 2 Duo P7370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | false |
| Target Use | Thin & Light Laptop | — |
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