Core m5-6Y54 vs Core 2 Duo T8100

CPU

GPU

Core m5-6Y54

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Core 2 Duo T8100

2 Cores2 Thrd3 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core m5-6Y54

2 / 4

2,294

0.0%

Pentium Dual Core T4400

2,320

+1.1%

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 m5-6Y54 is positioned at rank 1132 and the Core 2 Duo T8100 is on rank 38, so the Core 2 Duo T8100 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 m5-6Y54

#1120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3596%

#1121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3543%

#1122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3252%

#1123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3238%

#1124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3208%

#1126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3098%

#1127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2971%

#1128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2966%

#1129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2886%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

93%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T8100

#10

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

92%

#26

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

190%

#27

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

187%

#28

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

172%

#29

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

171%

#30

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

169%

#32

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

163%

#33

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

157%

#34

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

156%

#35

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

152%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

100%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

99%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

97%

#51

Celeron N2807

MSRP: $107|Avg: $60

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 m5-6Y54 (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core m5-6Y54	Core 2 Duo T8100
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($10)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T8100 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core m5-6Y54	Core 2 Duo T8100
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2742%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($10)

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 m5-6Y54 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo T8100 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core m5-6Y54 and Core 2 Duo T8100

Core m5-6Y54

The Core m5-6Y54 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 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: 2,294 points. Launch price was $281.

Core 2 Duo T8100

The Core 2 Duo T8100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,320 points. Launch price was $209.

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Processing Power

The Core m5-6Y54 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo T8100's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T8100 — a 25% clock advantage for the Core m5-6Y54 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core m5-6Y54 uses the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T8100 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core m5-6Y54 scores 2,294 against the Core 2 Duo T8100's 2,320 — a 1.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T8100. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 875 vs 380, a 78.9% lead for the Core m5-6Y54 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,648 vs 700 (80.7% advantage for the Core m5-6Y54). L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core m5-6Y54 vs 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T8100.

Feature	Core m5-6Y54	Core 2 Duo T8100
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz+29%	2.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2.1 GHz+91%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)+33%	3 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	3 MB+1100%
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Skylake-Y (2015)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,294	2,320+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	875+130%	380
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,648+135%	700

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Memory & Platform

The Core m5-6Y54 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T8100 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-1866 on the Core m5-6Y54 versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T8100 — the Core m5-6Y54 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core m5-6Y54 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core m5-6Y54) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo T8100) — the Core m5-6Y54 offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Skylake-Y (Core m5-6Y54) and GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T8100).

Feature	Core m5-6Y54	Core 2 Duo T8100
Socket	FCBGA1515	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-1866+50%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+300%	4 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	10	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T8100). The Core m5-6Y54 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 515), while the Core 2 Duo T8100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast, Core 2 Duo T8100 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y; Core 2 Duo T8100 rivals Core 2 Duo T7250.

Feature	Core m5-6Y54	Core 2 Duo T8100
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 515	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x
Target Use	Enthusiast	Legacy Laptop

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Value Analysis

The Core m5-6Y54 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo T8100 debuted at $209. At current prices ($281 vs $10), the Core 2 Duo T8100 is $271 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core m5-6Y54 delivers 8.2 pts/$ vs 232.0 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo T8100 — making the Core 2 Duo T8100 the 186.4% better value option.