Pentium G2140 vs Core 2 Duo T5870
Pentium G2140
Core 2 Duo T5870
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 G2140 is positioned at rank 775 and the Core 2 Duo T5870 is on rank 538, so the Core 2 Duo T5870 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2140
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T5870
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | Core 2 Duo T5870 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | Core 2 Duo T5870 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 G2140 and Core 2 Duo T5870
Pentium G2140
The Pentium G2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo T5870
The Core 2 Duo T5870 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,089 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium G2140 and Core 2 Duo T5870 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Core 2 Duo T5870 is built on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2140 scores 2,092 against the Core 2 Duo T5870's 2,089 — a 0.1% lead for the Pentium G2140. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 550 vs 203, a 92.2% lead for the Pentium G2140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 920 vs 314 (98.2% advantage for the Pentium G2140). L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2140 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo T5870.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | Core 2 Duo T5870 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | — | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+65% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache+50% | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| Process | 22 nm-66% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | — | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 2,092 | 2,089 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 550+171% | 203 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 920+193% | 314 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Pentium G2140 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T5870 — the Pentium G2140 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G2140 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Pentium G2140) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo T5870) — the Pentium G2140 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H61,B75 (Pentium G2140) and GM965,GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T5870).
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | Core 2 Duo T5870 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+700% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Pentium G2140 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T5870 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G2140 targets Legacy Desktop, Core 2 Duo T5870 targets Legacy Mobile.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | Core 2 Duo T5870 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Legacy Mobile |
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