A8-7200P vs Core 2 Duo SL9400

A8-7200P

4 Cores4 Thrd4 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2014

Core 2 Duo SL9400

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 1.86 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-7200P

4 / 4

2,158

+0.7%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core 2 Duo SL9400

2 / 2

2,144

0.0%

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 A8-7200P is positioned at rank 617 and the Core 2 Duo SL9400 is on rank 1147, so the A8-7200P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar A8-7200P

#605

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

816%

#606

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

804%

#607

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

738%

#608

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

735%

#609

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

728%

#611

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

703%

#612

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

674%

#613

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

673%

#614

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

655%

#617

A8-7200P

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#622

Athlon II P320

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#625

Core 3 N355

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#628

Core i5-1335UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo SL9400

#1135

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3886%

#1136

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3829%

#1137

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3515%

#1138

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3499%

#1139

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3467%

#1141

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3348%

#1142

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3211%

#1143

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3205%

#1144

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3119%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

100%

#1149

Pentium N3540

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

99%

#1150

Core i7-3555LE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

99%

#1151

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

98%

#1152

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

97%

#1153

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

97%

#1154

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1155

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

96%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

95%

#1157

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

94%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

94%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

93%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The A8-7200P (2014) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3-1866, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A8-7200P	Core 2 Duo SL9400
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($284)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo SL9400 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A8-7200P	Core 2 Duo SL9400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($284)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

A8-7200P Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo SL9400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-7200P and Core 2 Duo SL9400

A8-7200P

The A8-7200P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,158 points. Launch price was $90.

Core 2 Duo SL9400

The Core 2 Duo SL9400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 August 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.86 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,144 points. Launch price was $284.

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Processing Power

The A8-7200P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo SL9400 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A8-7200P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the A8-7200P versus 1.86 GHz on the Core 2 Duo SL9400 — a 55.8% clock advantage for the A8-7200P (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). The A8-7200P uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Duo SL9400 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A8-7200P scores 2,158 against the Core 2 Duo SL9400's 2,144 — a 0.7% lead for the A8-7200P.

Feature	A8-7200P	Core 2 Duo SL9400
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+77%	1.86 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+29%	1.86 GHz
L3 Cache	—	6 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	4096 kB	6 MB+50%
Process	28 nm-38%	45 nm
Architecture	Kaveri (2014−2015)	Penryn (2008−2011)
PassMark	2,158	2,144

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Memory & Platform

The A8-7200P uses the FP3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo SL9400 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1866 on the A8-7200P versus DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo SL9400 — the A8-7200P supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7200P supports up to 16 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: FP3 (A8-7200P) and GS45,GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo SL9400).

Feature	A8-7200P	Core 2 Duo SL9400
Socket	FP3	BGA956
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1866+62100%	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	16	8 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: true (A8-7200P) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo SL9400). The A8-7200P includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo SL9400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo SL9400 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A8-7200P rivals Core i3-4100M.