A6-5345M vs Core 2 Extreme X7900
A6-5345M
Core 2 Extreme X7900
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 A6-5345M is positioned at rank 907 and the Core 2 Extreme X7900 is on rank 1162, so the A6-5345M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A6-5345M
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Extreme X7900
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-5345M | Core 2 Extreme X7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-5345M | Core 2 Extreme X7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 A6-5345M and Core 2 Extreme X7900
A6-5345M
The A6-5345M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,122 points. Launch price was $70.
Core 2 Extreme X7900
The Core 2 Extreme X7900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $851.
Processing Power
Both the A6-5345M and Core 2 Extreme X7900 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the A6-5345M versus 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Extreme X7900 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The A6-5345M uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Core 2 Extreme X7900 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the A6-5345M scores 1,122 against the Core 2 Extreme X7900's 1,115 — a 0.6% lead for the A6-5345M. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A6-5345M | Core 2 Extreme X7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 4 MB+700% |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Richland (2013−2014) | Merom (2006−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,122 | 1,115 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 250 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A6-5345M uses the FP2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Extreme X7900 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the A6-5345M versus DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Extreme X7900 — the A6-5345M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-5345M supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-5345M) vs 0 (Core 2 Extreme X7900) — the A6-5345M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A6-5345M | Core 2 Extreme X7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP2 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core 2 Extreme X7900 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-5345M) vs VT-x (Core 2 Extreme X7900). The A6-5345M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8410G), while the Core 2 Extreme X7900 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-5345M targets Budget Laptop, Core 2 Extreme X7900 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A6-5345M rivals Celeron 1005M.
| Feature | A6-5345M | Core 2 Extreme X7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8410G | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | Mobile |
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