Core i5-760 vs Core 2 Duo T7800
Core i5-760
Core 2 Duo T7800
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 i5-760 is positioned at rank 973 and the Core 2 Duo T7800 is on rank 156, so the Core 2 Duo T7800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-760
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7800
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-760 | Core 2 Duo T7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-760 | Core 2 Duo T7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i5-760 and Core 2 Duo T7800
Core i5-760
The Core i5-760 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 18 July 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,667 points. Launch price was $230.
Core 2 Duo T7800
The Core 2 Duo T7800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 18 August 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 2,663 points. Launch price was $515.
Processing Power
The Core i5-760 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T7800 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i5-760 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Core i5-760 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7800 — a 24.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-760 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i5-760 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-760 scores 2,667 against the Core 2 Duo T7800's 2,663 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-760. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-760 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7800.
| Feature | Core i5-760 | Core 2 Duo T7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz+28% | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+8% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4 MB+1500% |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Lynnfield (2009−2010) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 2,667 | 2,663 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 470 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-760 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7800 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-760 versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7800 — the Core i5-760 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i5-760) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7800).
| Feature | Core i5-760 | Core 2 Duo T7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-760) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7800). Primary use case: Core i5-760 targets Legacy Desktop, Core 2 Duo T7800 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-760 rivals Phenom II X4 970; Core 2 Duo T7800 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Core i5-760 | Core 2 Duo T7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget |
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