CPU
GPU
Pentium E2180
Core 2 Duo E7200
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 E2180 is positioned at rank 976 and the Core 2 Duo E7200 is on rank 1040, so the Pentium E2180 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium E2180
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+730%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) |
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 E2180 and Core 2 Duo E7200
Pentium E2180
The Pentium E2180 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 938 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo E7200
The Core 2 Duo E7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.53 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 3 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E7200 is built on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium E2180 scores 938 against the Core 2 Duo E7200's 1,002 — a 6.6% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7200. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2180 vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E7200.
| Feature | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.53 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.53 GHz+26% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | — | Wolfdale (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 938 | 1,002+7% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 368 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 666 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA775 socket with PCIe 1.1. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Pentium E2180 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo E7200 — the Pentium E2180 supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support.
| Feature | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 800+39900% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 8 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: false (Pentium E2180) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7200). Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E7200 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7200 rivals Athlon II X2 245.
| Feature | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Pentium E2180 launched at $84 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E7200 debuted at $133. At current prices ($15 vs $133), the Pentium E2180 is $118 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium E2180 delivers 62.5 pts/$ vs 7.5 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E7200 — making the Pentium E2180 the 157% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium E2180 | Core 2 Duo E7200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $84-37% | $133 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-89% | $133 |
| Performance per Dollar | 62.5+733% | 7.5 |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2008 |
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