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Overview

The Core 2 Duo T5850 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. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,161 points. Launch price was $249.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core 2 Duo T5850 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core 2 Duo T5850 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T5850 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,161, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core 2 Duo T5850
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Merom (2006−2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	667 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,161

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Power & Cooling

The Core 2 Duo T5850 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 2 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core 2 Duo T5850
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	2 MB

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3230 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core 2 Duo T5850
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$249
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3230
Release DateLaunch date	2008-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

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Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Core 2 Duo
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$249
Release Date	2008-01-01
Architecture Codename	Merom (2006−2008)
Performance Ranking Position	3230