Core 2 Duo T6500

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Duo T6500

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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 T6500 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,123 Rank: 1778
Rank Name Score Visual
1774 A4-3300M 4,127
+0.1%
1775 A8-4500M 4,126
+0.1%
1776 Celeron E3200 4,126
+0.1%
1777 Core 2 Duo E7400 4,125
+0%
1778 Core 2 Duo T6500 4,123
1779 Pentium 3556U 4,123
+0%
1780 Core 2 Duo P7450 4,121
+-0%
1781 Pentium E5200 4,120
-0.1%
1782 Core 2 Duo T6400 4,119
-0.1%
1783 A10-7400P 4,118
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Duo T6500 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,237 Rank: 1946
Rank Name Score Visual
1942 Athlon LE-1640 4,238
+0%
1943 E2-2000 4,238
+0%
1944 A6-6400K 4,237
+0%
1945 Core 2 Duo P7570 4,237
+0%
1946 Core 2 Duo T6500 4,237
1947 Atom D425 4,237
+0%
1948 Core 2 Duo T6400 4,236
+-0%
1949 Intel Atom x5-Z8350 4,235
+-0%
1950 Core i5-3337U 4,235
+-0%
1951 Sempron 2500+ 4,235
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Duo T6500 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,047 Rank: 1730
Rank Name Score Visual
1726 Xeon E5345 4,049
+0%
1727 Core 2 Duo P7450 4,049
+0%
1728 A6-3650 4,047
+0%
1729 A6-9220 4,047
+0%
1730 Core 2 Duo T6500 4,047
1731 Atom C3558 4,045
+-0%
1732 Core 2 Duo T7250 4,044
-0.1%
1733 Phenom II N850 4,043
-0.1%
1734 Core 2 Duo P9300 4,043
-0.1%
1735 Phenom 9500 4,042
-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 T6500 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T6500 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T6500 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Duo T6500 Details

Built on Intel's Core microarchitecture at a 45 nm process node, the Core 2 Duo T6500 represents a significant step in mobile computing from the mid-2000s. Released during a period of rapid advancement in processor technology, this dual-core CPU was designed for mainstream laptops, offering a balance between performance and power efficiency. With a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz and a turbo frequency of 1.86 GHz, it was optimized for everyday productivity tasks and light multimedia use. The processor is socketed in the PLGA775 package, a standard for Intel's mobile platforms at the time, and features a 35 W TDP that reflects its energy-conscious design. It supports up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory at speeds up to 1333 MHz, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s, enabling efficient data handling for its era.

The Core 2 Duo T6500 integrates Intel's HD Graphics, a basic GPU capable of handling standard display outputs and light graphical tasks. It supports up to two displays and operates at a base frequency of 350 MHz, with a burst frequency of 1 GHz. This integrated solution was ideal for users who did not require discrete graphics for gaming or professional applications. The processor also supports a range of advanced technologies, including SSE4.1 and SSE4.2, AES-NI for encryption, AVX2 for vector processing, and Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, which allows each core to handle two threads simultaneously. Additional features like EIST, VT-x, and VT-d enhance power management and virtualization capabilities.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Core 2 Duo T6500 scores 4123 overall, placing it at #1778 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4047 ranks it at #1728, while its multicore score of 4237 places it at #1944. These results indicate that while the processor was competitive among its peers, it falls significantly short of modern standards. It is outperformed by more recent CPUs such as the Core 2 Duo T7500 and the E2-2000, yet it trails behind lower-tier processors like the Intel Atom x5-Z8350 and the Sempron 2500+. The performance gap between the T6500 and top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX—whose score exceeds 9400—demonstrates the vast evolution in computing power over the past decade.

As of March 2026, the Core 2 Duo T6500 is best suited for legacy systems, basic office tasks, or educational environments where high computational demands are not required. Its integrated graphics and moderate performance make it suitable for light content consumption and web browsing. While it no longer competes with modern processors in terms of raw power, it remains a reliable option for users maintaining older hardware or seeking a low-cost upgrade path. For those needing more advanced capabilities, a newer platform would be necessary.
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Intel Core 2 Duo T6500

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Duo T6500
Model Number: T6500
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2100 MHz
Socket: PLGA775
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21.3 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 1
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

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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