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Overview

The Core Solo T1200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: BGA479. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 355 points. Launch price was $249.

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 Core Solo T1200

#216

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

118%

#217

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

117%

#218

Ryzen 3 7320C

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

115%

#219

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

115%

#220

Core Ultra 5 238V

MSRP: $454|Avg: $454

113%

#221

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

113%

#222

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

110%

#223

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

110%

#224

Core Solo T1300

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

108%

#225

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

108%

#226

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

104%

#227

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

103%

#228

Ryzen AI 5 330

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

103%

#229

Ryzen 7 5825C

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

103%

#230

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

101%

#231

Core Solo T1200

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

100%

#232

Core 3 N355

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

99%

#233

Core i5-1335UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

98%

#234

Celeron N2807

MSRP: $107|Avg: $60

98%

#235

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

#236

Core Ultra 9 288V

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

95%

#237

Core i7-10870H

MSRP: $417|Avg: N/A

95%

#238

Celeron 570

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#239

Microsoft SQ1

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

95%

#240

Celeron Dual-Core T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $30

94%

#241

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

93%

#242

Core i5-1345UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

93%

#243

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

93%

#244

Core 3 N350

MSRP: $225|Avg: $220

93%

#245

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

89%

#246

Core i3-N305

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core Solo T1200 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core Solo T1200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core Solo T1200 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache and 64 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 355, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core Solo T1200
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.5 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Yonah (2005−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	90 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	151 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	667 MHz
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	355

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Memory & Platform

The Core Solo T1200 fits into the BGA479 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1 memory.

Specification	Core Solo T1200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Core Solo
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA479
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core Solo T1200 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 Solo T1200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	2 MB

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $209), the Core Solo T1200 delivers 36 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3586 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core Solo T1200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$209
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$249
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3586
Release DateLaunch date	2008-01-01
Release Year	2006
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.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Core Solo
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$249
Release Date	2008-01-01
Architecture Codename	Yonah (2005−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3586

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	1
Threads	1
Die Size	90 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Bus Speed	667 MHz
Max Frequency	1.5 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Transistor Count	151 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-