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Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz

Explore Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.8/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz is a Laptop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 2.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1020 and a single-thread rating of 1112.

CPU Mark1,020
24 samples
Single Thread1,112
Overall rank#4,696
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.8Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz is a Laptop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 2.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1020 and a single-thread rating of 1112.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz is a Laptop released in 2009. Recorded specifications include 2 cores and 2 threads, a 1,020 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 1,020 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,112 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 P. A matching socket is only the first check; confirm the official motherboard CPU-support list, BIOS revision and board power limits.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 2 cores and 2 threads, a 1,020 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz 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 Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz?

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

How much power does the Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHz use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

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.

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Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Intel Pentium B950 @ 2.10GHzIntel1,022 points
03Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHzThis CPU1,020 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Core2 Duo E8235 @ 2.80GHzThis CPU1,112 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

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
23,128.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
233.50
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
372.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
7.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,564.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
4,368.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
145.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,940.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryLaptop
Release year2009
SocketP
Cores / threads2 / 2
Base clock2.80 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
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 6144 KB