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Overview

The Core 2 Duo L7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It has 2 cores. Base frequency: 1.33 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: BGA479. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 685 points. Launch price was $249.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core 2 Duo L7200 is positioned at rank #56 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 Core 2 Duo L7200

#13

Ryzen 3 210

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

97%

#14

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

#44

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

214%

#45

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

211%

#46

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

194%

#47

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

193%

#48

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

191%

#50

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

185%

#51

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

177%

#52

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

177%

#53

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

172%

#56

Core 2 Duo L7200

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#65

Core i5-3320M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#66

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

96%

#69

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core 2 Duo L7200 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core 2 Duo L7200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo L7200 is a 2-core processor, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It carries 4 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 685, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core 2 Duo L7200
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.33 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB L2 Cache
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	667 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.9V-1.1V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	685

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo L7200 fits into the BGA479 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Core 2 Duo L7200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA479
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1

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Power & Cooling

The Core 2 Duo L7200 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 17 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core 2 Duo L7200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	17 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #56 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3257 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core 2 Duo L7200
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$249
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#56
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3257
Release DateLaunch date	2008-01-01
Release Year	2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel