A10-8700P vs Core 2 Duo T6500
A10-8700P
Core 2 Duo T6500
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The A10-8700P is positioned at rank 978 and the Core 2 Duo T6500 is on rank 178, so the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A10-8700P
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10-8700P | Core 2 Duo T6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10-8700P | Core 2 Duo T6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A10-8700P and Core 2 Duo T6500
A10-8700P
The A10-8700P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,254 points. Launch price was $130.
Core 2 Duo T6500
The Core 2 Duo T6500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,249 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The A10-8700P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A10-8700P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the A10-8700P versus 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6500 — a 41.5% clock advantage for the A10-8700P (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The A10-8700P uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A10-8700P scores 2,254 against the Core 2 Duo T6500's 2,249 — a 0.2% lead for the A10-8700P.
| Feature | A10-8700P | Core 2 Duo T6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+52% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.1 GHz+17% |
| L3 Cache | — | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB | 2 MB |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,254 | 2,249 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 480 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A10-8700P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the A10-8700P versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T6500 — the A10-8700P supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-8700P supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (A10-8700P) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo T6500) — the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A10-8700P) and PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6500).
| Feature | A10-8700P | Core 2 Duo T6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP4 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10-8700P) vs false (Core 2 Duo T6500). The A10-8700P includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-8700P targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-8700P rivals Core i5-5200U.
| Feature | A10-8700P | Core 2 Duo T6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R6 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | false |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | — |
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