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Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz

Explore Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
1.6/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 1.6 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 333 and a single-thread rating of 498. Its stated TDP is 31 W.

CPU Mark333
134 samples
Single Thread498
Overall rank#5,597
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
1.6Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 1.6 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 333 and a single-thread rating of 498. Its stated TDP is 31 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz is a Desktop released in 2008. Recorded specifications include 2 cores and 2 threads, a 31 W reference TDP, a 333 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 333 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 498 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

It uses socket PGA478. A matching socket is only the first check; confirm the official motherboard CPU-support list, BIOS revision and board power limits.

Memory and power

The 31 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 2 cores and 2 threads, a 31 W reference TDP, a 333 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz?

Start with PGA478 motherboards, then confirm the official CPU-support list and required BIOS revision for the exact board before buying.

How much power does the Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHz use?

The recorded reference TDP is 31 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

02AMD Sempron LE-1250AMD337 points
03Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHzThis CPU333 points
04AMD Athlon 2850eAMD333 points
05Intel Pentium 4 3.20GHzIntel330 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Sempron LE-1250AMD590 points
02Intel Pentium 4 3.20GHzIntel550 points
03Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHzThis CPU498 points
04AMD Athlon 2850eAMD337 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Athlon 2850eAMD15.1 Mark/W
02Intel Core Duo T2050 @ 1.60GHzThis CPU10.7 Mark/W
03AMD Sempron LE-1250AMD7.5 Mark/W
05Intel Pentium 4 3.20GHzIntel4.0 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
9,822.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
131.20
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
84.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
1.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
1,061.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
846.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
57.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
1,470.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2008
SocketPGA478
Cores / threads2 / 2
Base clock1.60 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP31 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 32 KB
L1D2 x 32 KB
L21 x 2048 KB