Pentium Dual-Core E2220 vs Pentium Dual Core T4500
Pentium Dual-Core E2220
Pentium Dual Core T4500
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 Pentium Dual-Core E2220 is positioned at rank 487 and the Pentium Dual Core T4500 is on rank 1108, so the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual-Core E2220
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($32) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($32) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 Pentium Dual-Core E2220 and Pentium Dual Core T4500
Pentium Dual-Core E2220
The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 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: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,330 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium Dual Core T4500
The Pentium Dual Core T4500 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. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,336 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 and Pentium Dual Core T4500 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 versus 2.3 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T4500 — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Pentium Dual-Core E2220. Both are built on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture using a 65 nm process. In PassMark, the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 scores 1,330 against the Pentium Dual Core T4500's 1,336 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T4500. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+4% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total) | 1 MB |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | NetBurst (2000−2006) |
| PassMark | 1,330 | 1,336 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Dual Core T4500 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium Dual-Core E2220) / No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T4500). Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T4500 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | No VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 launched at $32 MSRP, while the Pentium Dual Core T4500 debuted at $150. At current prices ($32 vs $30), the Pentium Dual Core T4500 is $2 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 delivers 41.6 pts/$ vs 44.5 pts/$ for the Pentium Dual Core T4500 — making the Pentium Dual Core T4500 the 6.9% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2220 | Pentium Dual Core T4500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32-79% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $32 | $30-6% |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.6 | 44.5+7% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2010 |
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