Core M-5Y31 vs Pentium Dual Core T2410

Core M-5Y31

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2014

Pentium Dual Core T2410

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core M-5Y31

2 / 4

1,905

+0.5%

Pentium Dual Core T2410

2 / 2

1,896

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 M-5Y31 is positioned at rank 1166 and the Pentium Dual Core T2410 is on rank 902, so the Pentium Dual Core T2410 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 M-5Y31

#1153

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4327%

#1154

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4264%

#1155

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3914%

#1156

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3897%

#1157

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3861%

#1159

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3729%

#1160

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3575%

#1161

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3569%

#1162

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3473%

#1165

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1166

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

100%

#1167

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1169

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1170

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1171

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1172

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#1173

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

98%

#1175

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

96%

#1176

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

96%

#1177

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

96%

#1178

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

95%

#1179

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

95%

#1180

Core i7-7Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $285

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T2410

#890

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1547%

#891

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1525%

#892

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1400%

#893

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1393%

#894

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1381%

#896

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1333%

#897

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1278%

#898

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1276%

#899

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1242%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

100%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

99%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

98%

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 M-5Y31 (2014) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core M-5Y31	Pentium Dual Core T2410
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium Dual Core T2410 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core M-5Y31	Pentium Dual Core T2410
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+235%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)

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 M-5Y31 Benchmark Check

Pentium Dual Core T2410 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core M-5Y31 and Pentium Dual Core T2410

Core M-5Y31

The Core M-5Y31 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 October 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1234. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,905 points. Launch price was $69.

Pentium Dual Core T2410

The Pentium Dual Core T2410 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,896 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core M-5Y31 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium Dual Core T2410's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core M-5Y31 versus 2 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T2410 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core M-5Y31. The Core M-5Y31 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium Dual Core T2410 uses NetBurst (2000−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y31 scores 1,905 against the Pentium Dual Core T2410's 1,896 — a 0.5% lead for the Core M-5Y31.

Feature	Core M-5Y31	Pentium Dual Core T2410
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz+20%	2 GHz
Base Clock	0.9 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	14 nm-78%	65 nm
Architecture	Broadwell-Y (2014)	NetBurst (2000−2006)
PassMark	1,905	1,896

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Memory & Platform

The Core M-5Y31 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Dual Core T2410 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core M-5Y31	Pentium Dual Core T2410
Socket	FCBGA1234	P
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	—	667
Max RAM Capacity	—	4
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core M-5Y31) / false (Pentium Dual Core T2410).

Feature	Core M-5Y31	Pentium Dual Core T2410
Integrated GPU	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	false

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Value Analysis

The Core M-5Y31 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Pentium Dual Core T2410 debuted at $100. At current prices ($30 vs $100), the Core M-5Y31 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core M-5Y31 delivers 63.5 pts/$ vs 19.0 pts/$ for the Pentium Dual Core T2410 — making the Core M-5Y31 the 108% better value option.