Core i5-4260U vs Core 2 Duo T7500

Core i5-4260U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2014

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4260U

2 / 4

2,311

+0.1%

2,308

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 i5-4260U is positioned at rank 296 and the Core 2 Duo T7500 is on rank 88, so the Core 2 Duo T7500 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 i5-4260U

#86

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

99%

#284

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

444%

#285

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

438%

#286

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

402%

#287

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

400%

#288

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

396%

#290

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

383%

#291

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

367%

#292

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

367%

#293

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

357%

#296

Core i5-4260U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7500

#27

Core Ultra 7 265HX

MSRP: $450|Avg: N/A

94%

#76

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

254%

#77

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

251%

#78

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

230%

#79

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

229%

#80

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

227%

#82

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

219%

#83

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

210%

#84

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

210%

#85

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

204%

#88

Core 2 Duo T7500

MSRP: $316|Avg: $5

100%

#98

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

94%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

93%

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 i5-4260U (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4260U	Core 2 Duo T7500
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7500 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4260U	Core 2 Duo T7500
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)

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 i5-4260U Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T7500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4260U and Core 2 Duo T7500

Core i5-4260U

The Core i5-4260U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,311 points. Launch price was $325.

Core 2 Duo T7500

The Core 2 Duo T7500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 May 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,308 points. Launch price was $234.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4260U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T7500's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-4260U versus 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7500 — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-4260U (base: 1.4 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-4260U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4260U scores 2,311 against the Core 2 Duo T7500's 2,308 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-4260U. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-4260U vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7500.

Feature	Core i5-4260U	Core 2 Duo T7500
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz+23%	2.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.4 GHz	2.2 GHz+57%
L3 Cache	3 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	4 MB+700%
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	2,311	2,308
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	507

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4260U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4260U	Core 2 Duo T7500
Socket	FCBGA1168	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR2-667
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-4260U) / VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7500). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7500 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.