Core 2 Duo T5870

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Duo T5870

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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 T5870 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,046 Rank: 1847
Rank Name Score Visual
1843 Atom C3508 4,052
+0.1%
1844 Pentium 4410Y 4,047
+0%
1845 Core i3-3217U 4,046
+0%
1846 E2-3000M 4,046
+0%
1847 Core 2 Duo T5870 4,046
1848 Core 2 Duo E4500 4,045
+-0%
1849 Intel Core i5-430M 4,043
-0.1%
1850 Intel Celeron P4600 4,040
-0.1%
1851 Celeron 2980U 4,040
-0.1%
1852 Pentium 997 4,038
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Duo T5870 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,207 Rank: 2005
Rank Name Score Visual
2001 Intel Celeron N3060 4,208
+0%
2002 Intel Celeron N3050 4,208
+0%
2003 Atom N270 4,207
+0%
2004 Atom Z530 4,207
+0%
2005 Core 2 Duo T5870 4,207
2006 Intel Core i7-620M 4,204
-0.1%
2007 Core i5 M 520 4,204
-0.1%
2008 Pentium G6950 4,203
-0.1%
2009 Core i3-5005U 4,201
-0.1%
2010 Atom Z670 4,200
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Duo T5870 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,939 Rank: 1811
Rank Name Score Visual
1807 A10-5745M 3,942
+0.1%
1808 Athlon II P320 3,942
+0.1%
1809 Pentium 4 3.00GHz 3,940
+0%
1810 Athlon II X3 400e 3,940
+0%
1811 Core 2 Duo T5870 3,939
1812 Athlon II X2 235e 3,939
+0%
1813 Athlon II P340 3,938
+-0%
1814 E2-9000 3,938
+-0%
1815 Celeron E1400 3,936
-0.1%
1816 A8-7100 3,935
-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 T5870 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T5870 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T5870 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Duo T5870 Details

With a 65 W thermal envelope and a 65 nm manufacturing process, the Intel Core 2 Duo T5870 remains a defining example of mid-2000s mobile computing efficiency. Released during a period when dual-core processors were beginning to dominate mainstream laptops, this chip was designed for performance-conscious users who still needed long battery life. Built on the Core microarchitecture, the T5870 delivers a balanced mix of clock speed and power efficiency, making it a staple in business and consumer notebooks from its era. Despite being over 15 years old, its architecture laid the groundwork for Intel’s future advancements in multi-threaded performance and energy management.

The processor features two physical cores with four threads, thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multiple workloads simultaneously. It operates at a base frequency of 2.0 GHz, with a turbo frequency of 1.86 GHz—though the latter may be limited due to thermal constraints in older systems. The integrated GPU, Intel HD Graphics, runs at a base frequency of 311 MHz and can burst up to 500 MHz, supporting up to two displays. While not suited for modern gaming, it can manage basic multimedia tasks and light graphical workloads. The chip supports LPDDR3 1066 memory, with a maximum capacity of 4 GB and a memory bandwidth of 17.1 GB/s across two channels.

Cache hierarchy includes 2 × 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, 2 × 256 KB L2 cache, and a shared 2 MB L3 cache. This design helps maintain efficient data access during multitasking, though it pales in comparison to today’s multi-level caches. The TDP of 35 W and Socket compatibility with PBGA479 and PPGA478 ensure it fits into a range of older laptops, though modern systems would not support it. The processor also includes a robust set of instruction set extensions, such as SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, and AVX2, enabling it to run a wide variety of applications, from legacy software to early multimedia tools.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Core 2 Duo T5870 scores 4,046 overall, placing it at #1845 out of 2060 processors in the overall ranking. Its single-core score of 3,939 ranks it #1811, while its multicore score of 4,207 places it at #2003. While these numbers are modest by today’s standards, they reflect the capabilities of its time. The processor is slightly faster than older models like the Core 2 Duo E4500 but slower than later chips such as the Core i5-430M. It competes with low-power Atom and Celeron processors but falls short of modern integrated solutions.

As of March 2026, the Core 2 Duo T5870 is best suited for legacy systems, retro computing enthusiasts, or low-demand tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and media playback. Its integrated graphics and modest performance make it unsuitable for modern applications, gaming, or content creation. However, its historical significance and role in advancing mobile computing remain notable, especially for users who value compatibility with older hardware and software.
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Intel Core 2 Duo T5870

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Duo T5870
Model Number: T5870
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2000 MHz
Socket: PBGA479, PPGA478
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: LPDDR3 1066
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 17.1 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 1
PCIe Configuration: 1X1

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 500 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V TSME SenseMI Boost 2 TSX SMT Flex Memory SME SEV FMA
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