Core m3-6Y30 vs Core 2 Quad Q9505

Core m3-6Y30

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2015

Core 2 Quad Q9505

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 0.83 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core m3-6Y30

2 / 4

2,180

+0.2%

2,176

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 m3-6Y30 is positioned at rank 1136 and the Core 2 Quad Q9505 is on rank 993, so the Core 2 Quad Q9505 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 m3-6Y30

#1124

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3781%

#1125

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3726%

#1126

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3420%

#1127

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3405%

#1128

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3373%

#1130

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3258%

#1131

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3124%

#1132

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3119%

#1133

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3035%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

100%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

99%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

98%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

98%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

98%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

98%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

97%

#1149

Pentium N3540

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

97%

#1150

Core i7-3555LE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

96%

#1151

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q9505

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30500%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

28820%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

20926%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6304%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4993%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4368%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2502%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2469%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2248%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2248%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2223%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2163%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2133%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2124%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2105%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

100%

#993

Core 2 Quad Q9505

MSRP: $213|Avg: $150

100%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

99%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

98%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

96%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

95%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

93%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

92%

#1004

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

91%

#1005

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

91%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

91%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

90%

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 m3-6Y30 (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core m3-6Y30	Core 2 Quad Q9505
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($150)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Quad Q9505 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core m3-6Y30	Core 2 Quad Q9505
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+87%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($150)

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 m3-6Y30 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Quad Q9505 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core m3-6Y30 and Core 2 Quad Q9505

Core m3-6Y30

The Core m3-6Y30 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,180 points. Launch price was $281.

Core 2 Quad Q9505

The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,176 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Core m3-6Y30 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core 2 Quad Q9505 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core m3-6Y30 versus 0.83 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 — a 90.4% clock advantage for the Core m3-6Y30 (base: 0.9 GHz vs 2.83 GHz). The Core m3-6Y30 uses the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core m3-6Y30 scores 2,180 against the Core 2 Quad Q9505's 2,176 — a 0.2% lead for the Core m3-6Y30. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core m3-6Y30 vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Quad Q9505.

Feature	Core m3-6Y30	Core 2 Quad Q9505
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz+165%	0.83 GHz
Base Clock	0.9 GHz	2.83 GHz+214%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	6 MB L2 Cache+50%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	6 MB (total)+2300%
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Skylake-Y (2015)	Yorkfield (2007−2009)
PassMark	2,180	2,176

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Memory & Platform

The Core m3-6Y30 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core m3-6Y30	Core 2 Quad Q9505
Socket	FCBGA1515	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core m3-6Y30) / VT-x (Core 2 Quad Q9505). Primary use case: Core 2 Quad Q9505 targets Desktop.

Feature	Core m3-6Y30	Core 2 Quad Q9505
Integrated GPU	—	No
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core m3-6Y30 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Core 2 Quad Q9505 debuted at $213. At current prices ($281 vs $150), the Core 2 Quad Q9505 is $131 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core m3-6Y30 delivers 7.8 pts/$ vs 14.5 pts/$ for the Core 2 Quad Q9505 — making the Core 2 Quad Q9505 the 60.6% better value option.