Core 2 Duo E4700

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Duo E4700

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,142 Rank: 1755
Rank Name Score Visual
1751 A8-3510MX 4,144
+0%
1752 Athlon II X2 240 4,144
+0%
1753 Core i5-8200Y 4,143
+0%
1754 Core i3-3227U 4,142
+0%
1755 Core 2 Duo E4700 4,142
1756 Core 2 Duo P8800 4,141
+-0%
1757 Phenom II X2 B53 4,141
+-0%
1758 Phenom 9500 4,140
+-0%
1759 Turion II Neo N40L 4,140
+-0%
1760 Celeron 3755U 4,140
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,261 Rank: 1871
Rank Name Score Visual
1867 Athlon 64 X2 6000+ 4,264
+0.1%
1868 A4-3305M 4,263
+0%
1869 Core 2 Duo P8600 4,262
+0%
1870 Sempron 2200+ 4,262
+0%
1871 Core 2 Duo E4700 4,261
1872 Pentium SU4100 4,261
+0%
1873 Celeron N3350 4,260
+-0%
1874 Pentium G630 4,260
+-0%
1875 A12-9700P 4,260
+-0%
1876 Core 2 Duo E7200 4,259
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,063 Rank: 1714
Rank Name Score Visual
1710 Core 2 Duo P7350 4,067
+0.1%
1711 A8-5550M 4,066
+0.1%
1712 A8-3550MX 4,066
+0.1%
1713 A8-5557M 4,064
+0%
1714 Core 2 Duo E4700 4,063
1715 Core 2 Duo T7500 4,062
+-0%
1716 Athlon 7850 4,061
+-0%
1717 A4-3330MX 4,060
-0.1%
1718 Core 2 Duo T6600 4,059
-0.1%
1719 Phenom II X3 705e 4,059
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E4700 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Duo E4700 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 remains a relic of the late 2000s, representing a pivotal moment in desktop computing history when dual-core performance began to dominate mainstream systems. Launched in March 2008, this processor was built on Intel's 65 nm Allendale microarchitecture and served as a mid-range offering for budget-conscious users seeking a balance between performance and power efficiency. With a 65 W TDP and a Socket 775 footprint, it was designed for widespread compatibility with motherboards of that era, making it a common choice in entry-level and mid-tier desktop builds.

The Core 2 Duo E4700 features two physical cores and four threads, thanks to Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle basic multitasking and light productivity workloads. It operates at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz with a 13x multiplier, though it lacks turbo boost capabilities. The processor includes 2 MB of L2 cache, which, while modest by today’s standards, was adequate for its time when paired with DDR3L 1333 memory running in dual-channel mode. It supports a maximum of 8 GB of DDR3L memory across two channels, delivering up to 25.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth—a significant improvement over previous generations.

Despite its age, the E4700 retains a degree of functional relevance in niche environments, such as retro computing, embedded systems, or low-power servers where modern complexity is unnecessary. However, its performance today is heavily constrained by outdated architecture and the absence of modern instruction sets like AVX-512 or even SSE4.2. Its integrated graphics, provided through certain chipset-enabled motherboards, feature Intel HD Graphics with a base frequency of 688 MHz and a burst frequency of 854 MHz, capable of supporting up to two displays. This limited GPU capability makes it unsuitable for gaming or media editing.

In benchmark testing, the E4700 achieves an Overall Score of 4142, ranking #1754 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 4063 (#1714) and a Multicore Score of 4261 (#1871). These results place it well below modern offerings, even among older processors, and highlight a significant gap compared to today’s high-end CPUs. For instance, the top-ranked processor, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, scores nearly 2.3 times higher in multicore performance. The E4700’s weakest category is multicore performance, where its rank lags behind nearly all competitors, underscoring its limitations in parallel workloads.

In conclusion, the Core 2 Duo E4700 is best suited for legacy systems, educational use, or as a component in retro builds. It holds historical significance as one of the early mainstream dual-core processors but lacks the performance, efficiency, and feature set required for modern computing demands. For users seeking a capable system today, even budget-friendly modern processors offer vastly superior performance and energy efficiency.
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Intel Core 2 Duo E4700

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Duo E4700
Model Number: E4700
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 13x (locked)
Core Name: Allendale
Socket: PLGA775
Package: FC-LGA6
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L 1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 4
PCIe Configuration: X4, X2, X1

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 854 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Die Area: 111 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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