V-Series V105 vs Core 2 Duo E8235
V-Series V105
Core 2 Duo E8235
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. The V-Series V105 is positioned at rank #865 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar V-Series V105
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | V-Series V105 | Core 2 Duo E8235 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | V-Series V105 | Core 2 Duo E8235 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
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 V-Series V105 and Core 2 Duo E8235
V-Series V105
The V-Series V105 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 May 2010 (15 years ago). It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo E8235
The Core 2 Duo E8235 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,020 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The V-Series V105 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core 2 Duo E8235 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core 2 Duo E8235 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.2 GHz on the V-Series V105 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8235 — a 80% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8235. The Core 2 Duo E8235 is built on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the V-Series V105 scores 1,028 against the Core 2 Duo E8235's 1,020 — a 0.8% lead for the V-Series V105.
| Feature | V-Series V105 | Core 2 Duo E8235 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 2 / 2+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+133% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 6 MB (total)+1100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | — | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,028 | 1,020 |
Memory & Platform
The V-Series V105 uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo E8235 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | V-Series V105 | Core 2 Duo E8235 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
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