Core 2 Duo T9900

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Duo T9900

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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 T9900 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,310 Rank: 1515
Rank Name Score Visual
1511 A8-3870K 4,312
+0%
1512 Phenom II X2 B57 4,312
+0%
1513 Athlon II X2 260 4,311
+0%
1514 Pentium E5700 4,311
+0%
1515 Core 2 Duo T9900 4,310
1516 Pentium G620 4,309
+-0%
1517 Core 2 Duo E7600 4,309
+-0%
1518 A6-5400B 4,309
+-0%
1519 Core i3-2312M 4,308
+-0%
1520 Core i5-560M 4,306
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Duo T9900 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,330 Rank: 1654
Rank Name Score Visual
1650 A6-3500 4,331
+0%
1651 Core i3-4012Y 4,331
+0%
1652 Pentium N3710 4,331
+0%
1653 A12-9720P 4,330
+0%
1654 Core 2 Duo T9900 4,330
1655 E2-7110 4,330
+0%
1656 Celeron N4000 4,329
+-0%
1657 Athlon II X3 445 4,329
+-0%
1658 Celeron 1037U 4,329
+-0%
1659 A6-6310 4,329
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Duo T9900 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,296 Rank: 1493
Rank Name Score Visual
1489 Core i5 M 520 4,299
+0.1%
1490 Core 2 Duo E7600 4,299
+0.1%
1491 Phenom II X3 B77 4,299
+0.1%
1492 Xeon E5630 4,297
+0%
1493 Core 2 Duo T9900 4,296
1494 Xeon L5638 4,294
+-0%
1495 Athlon II X2 260 4,289
-0.2%
1496 Phenom II X4 850 4,288
-0.2%
1497 Core i3-4030U 4,288
-0.2%
1498 Core i3-540 4,288
-0.2%

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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 T9900 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T9900 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo T9900 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Duo T9900 Details

Built on Intel's Penryn microarchitecture at 45 nm, the Core 2 Duo T9900 represents a significant step in mobile processor evolution from the late 2000s. Launched in June 2009, this processor is now over 14 years old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy hardware. Despite its age, the T9900 retains relevance in historical analysis of Intel's mobile computing lineage. It was designed for the mobile market segment and features a dual-core design with a base clock of 3.06 GHz and a bus speed of 1066 MHz. The processor operates at a TDP of 35 W, offering a balance between performance and power efficiency for its time. It supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 16 GB, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s, enabling adequate performance for basic computing tasks of the era.

The Core 2 Duo T9900 features a 6 MB L2 cache, which is distributed across its two cores, and uses the BGA479 and PGA478 sockets. Its integrated graphics, powered by Intel HD Graphics, operate at a base frequency of 650 MHz and support up to two displays, though performance is limited by today's standards. The processor is manufactured using a 45 nm process, which was advanced for its time, allowing for improved power efficiency and performance over its predecessors. The die size is 107 mm², and it contains 410 million transistors, reflecting the complexity of its design. The processor also supports a range of technologies, including SSE4.1 and SSE4.2, as well as AES encryption instructions, enhancing its versatility.

In benchmark testing, the Core 2 Duo T9900 achieves an Overall Score of 4310, ranking #1515 of 2060 processors, a Singlecore Score of 4296 (#1493 of 2060), and a Multicore Score of 4330 (#1653 of 2060). These results place it in a competitive tier alongside other mid-range mobile processors from the same period, such as the Celeron 3955U and Core i3-2330M, though it trails behind higher-performing CPUs like the Xeon E5630 and Phenom II X3 B77. The processor's strongest category is its single-core performance, where it outperforms many of its contemporaries, while its multicore performance is slightly weaker, reflecting its era's design priorities.

The Core 2 Duo T9900 is notable for its locked multiplier, which limits overclocking potential, and its support for advanced features like Hyper-Threading, though it does not support simultaneous multithreading. It also includes Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep Technology (EIST) for dynamic frequency scaling and Intel vPro for enterprise-level security and manageability. As of March 2026, the Core 2 Duo T9900 is best suited for retro computing, educational purposes, or systems requiring minimal processing power. It serves as a historical benchmark for the evolution of mobile computing, highlighting the significant advancements made in subsequent generations.
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Intel Core 2 Duo T9900

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Duo T9900
Model Number: T9900
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 3060 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 11.5xx (locked)
Core Name: Penryn
Socket: BGA479, PGA478
Package: µFC-PGA8
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 5.722 MiB

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: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Die Area: 107 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 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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