A4 PRO-7350B vs Core 2 Duo E7300
A4 PRO-7350B
Core 2 Duo E7300
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 A4 PRO-7350B is positioned at rank 587 and the Core 2 Duo E7300 is on rank 969, so the A4 PRO-7350B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A4 PRO-7350B
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($11) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1101%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($11) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) |
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 A4 PRO-7350B and Core 2 Duo E7300
A4 PRO-7350B
The A4 PRO-7350B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,544 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo E7300
The Core 2 Duo E7300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 3 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,555 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the A4 PRO-7350B and Core 2 Duo E7300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the A4 PRO-7350B versus 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7300 — a 34.9% clock advantage for the A4 PRO-7350B (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The A4 PRO-7350B uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 uses Wolfdale (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A4 PRO-7350B scores 1,544 against the Core 2 Duo E7300's 1,555 — a 0.7% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 380 vs 412, a 8.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+42% | 2.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+28% | 2.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1024 kB | 3 MB (total)+200% |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kaveri (2014−2015) | Wolfdale (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,544 | 1,555 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 380 | 412+8% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 725 |
Memory & Platform
The A4 PRO-7350B uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A4 PRO-7350B versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo E7300 — the A4 PRO-7350B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4 PRO-7350B 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A68H,A78,A88X (A4 PRO-7350B) and P35,G33,G41,P45 (Core 2 Duo E7300).
| Feature | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core 2 Duo E7300 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A4 PRO-7350B) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7300). The A4 PRO-7350B includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4 PRO-7350B targets Business Desktop, Core 2 Duo E7300 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: A4 PRO-7350B rivals Pentium G3260; Core 2 Duo E7300 rivals Athlon II X2 245.
| Feature | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R5 | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Business Desktop | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The A4 PRO-7350B launched at $50 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E7300 debuted at $133. At current prices ($11 vs $133), the A4 PRO-7350B is $122 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A4 PRO-7350B delivers 140.4 pts/$ vs 11.7 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E7300 — making the A4 PRO-7350B the 169.2% better value option.
| Feature | A4 PRO-7350B | Core 2 Duo E7300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-62% | $133 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $11-92% | $133 |
| Performance per Dollar | 140.4+1100% | 11.7 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2008 |
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