Core i7-1060G7 vs Core 2 Duo T7500

Core i7-1060G7

4 Cores8 Thrd9 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2019

Core 2 Duo T7500

2 Cores2 Thrd4 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-1060G7

4 / 8

2,322

+0.6%

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 i7-1060G7 is positioned at rank 1197 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 i7-1060G7

#1185

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

5383%

#1186

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5305%

#1187

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

4870%

#1188

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

4848%

#1189

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

4803%

#1191

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

4639%

#1192

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4448%

#1193

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4440%

#1194

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4321%

#1197

Core i7-1060G7

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1199

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

98%

#1200

Core i3-2312M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1201

Celeron 857

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

97%

#1202

Celeron 925

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#1203

Core 2 Duo E8135

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

94%

#1204

Core 2 Duo U7700

MSRP: $262|Avg: $10

94%

#1205

Core Duo T2400

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

93%

#1206

Core 2 Duo U7600

MSRP: $250|Avg: $5

93%

#1207

Pentium M 735

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

91%

#1208

Core i7-620LM

MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A

90%

#1209

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

89%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

87%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

87%

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 i7-1060G7 (2019) utilizes 10 nm technology and LPDDR4-3733, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-1060G7	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	✨ Modern (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 10 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 i7-1060G7	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 i7-1060G7 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T7500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1060G7 and Core 2 Duo T7500

Core i7-1060G7

The Core i7-1060G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR4-3733. Passmark benchmark score: 2,322 points. Launch price was $69.

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 i7-1060G7 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T7500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i7-1060G7 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-1060G7 versus 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7500 — a 53.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-1060G7 (base: 1 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-1060G7 uses the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1060G7 scores 2,322 against the Core 2 Duo T7500's 2,308 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-1060G7. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-1060G7 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo T7500.

Feature	Core i7-1060G7	Core 2 Duo T7500
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+73%	2.2 GHz
Base Clock	1 GHz	2.2 GHz+120%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	4 MB+1500%
Process	10 nm-85%	65 nm
Architecture	Ice Lake (Client) (2019)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	2,322	2,308
Geekbench 6 Single	1,523	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	507

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1060G7 uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4-3733 on the Core i7-1060G7 versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7500 — the Core i7-1060G7 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Ice Lake-Y (Core i7-1060G7) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7500).

Feature	Core i7-1060G7	Core 2 Duo T7500
Socket	BGA1440	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR4-3733+100%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i7-1060G7 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1060G7) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7500). The Core i7-1060G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T7500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1060G7 targets Premium Ultrabook, Core 2 Duo T7500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-1060G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4700U; Core 2 Duo T7500 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.