Processor N250 vs Core 2 Duo P8700

CPU

GPU

Processor N250

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2025

Core 2 Duo P8700

2 Cores2 Thrd3 WWMax: 2.53 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Processor N250

4 / 4

2,786

0.0%

2,805

+0.7%

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo P8700

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

99%

#128

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

314%

#129

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

309%

#130

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

284%

#131

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

283%

#132

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

280%

#134

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

270%

#135

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

259%

#136

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

259%

#137

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

252%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

100%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

98%

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 Processor N250 (2025) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Processor N250	Core 2 Duo P8700
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($85)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo P8700 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Processor N250	Core 2 Duo P8700
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($85)

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.

Processor N250 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo P8700 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor N250 and Core 2 Duo P8700

Processor N250

The Processor N250 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 2,786 points. Launch price was $69.

Core 2 Duo P8700

The Core 2 Duo P8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.53 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,805 points. Launch price was $209.

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Processing Power

The Processor N250 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo P8700 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Processor N250 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Processor N250 versus 2.53 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P8700 — a 40.1% clock advantage for the Processor N250 (base: 0.1 GHz vs 2.53 GHz). The Processor N250 uses the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture (10 nm), while the Core 2 Duo P8700 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N250 scores 2,786 against the Core 2 Duo P8700's 2,805 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo P8700. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Processor N250 vs 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P8700.

Feature	Processor N250	Core 2 Duo P8700
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+50%	2.53 GHz
Base Clock	0.1 GHz	2.53 GHz+2430%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)+100%	3 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)	3 MB+50%
Process	10 nm-78%	45 nm
Architecture	Twin Lake (2024−2025)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,786	2,805

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Memory & Platform

The Processor N250 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core 2 Duo P8700 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor N250	Core 2 Duo P8700
Socket	FCBGA1264	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+264%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	—	1066
Max RAM Capacity	—	8
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Processor N250) / true (Core 2 Duo P8700). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo P8700 rivals Turion II Ultra M600.

Feature	Processor N250	Core 2 Duo P8700
Integrated GPU	—	No
IGPU Model	—	None
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	true

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Value Analysis

The Processor N250 launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo P8700 debuted at $241. At current prices ($0 vs $85), the Processor N250 is $85 cheaper.