A9-9410 vs Core 2 Duo E7300

A9-9410

2 Cores2 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2016

Core 2 Duo E7300

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.67 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A9-9410

2 / 2

1,550

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core 2 Duo E7300

2 / 2

1,555

+0.3%

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 A9-9410 is positioned at rank 1071 and the Core 2 Duo E7300 is on rank 969, so the Core 2 Duo E7300 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 A9-9410

#1059

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2840%

#1060

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2799%

#1061

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2569%

#1062

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2558%

#1063

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2534%

#1065

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2447%

#1066

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2347%

#1067

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2343%

#1068

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2280%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

100%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

99%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#1076

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

98%

#1082

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

97%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7300

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

26665%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

25196%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

18294%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

5511%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

4366%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3819%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2187%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2159%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1966%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1965%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1943%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1891%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1865%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1857%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1840%

#969

Core 2 Duo E7300

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

100%

#970

Core i3-540

MSRP: $133|Avg: $5

100%

#972

Phenom II X3 700e

MSRP: $125|Avg: $40

99%

#973

Core i5-760

MSRP: $230|Avg: $61

99%

#974

Core i3-7102E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $80

99%

#975

Core 2 Quad Q8400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $128

97%

#976

Pentium Dual-Core E2180

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

96%

#977

Pentium E2180

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

96%

#978

Pentium Dual-Core E2140

MSRP: $74|Avg: $5

94%

#979

Core i7-960

MSRP: $309|Avg: $110

94%

#980

E1-1500

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

94%

#981

Core i5-2405S

MSRP: $309|Avg: $120

94%

#982

Celeron 420

MSRP: $39|Avg: $15

93%

#983

Athlon II X4 615e

MSRP: $186|Avg: $30

93%

#984

Athlon X2 BE-2350

MSRP: $90|Avg: $10

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 A9-9410 (2016) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR4-2133, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A9-9410	Core 2 Duo E7300
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($133)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo E7300 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A9-9410	Core 2 Duo E7300
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+430%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($133)

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.

A9-9410 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo E7300 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A9-9410 and Core 2 Duo E7300

A9-9410

The A9-9410 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 1,550 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.

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Processing Power

Both the A9-9410 and Core 2 Duo E7300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the A9-9410 versus 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7300 — a 26.9% clock advantage for the A9-9410 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The A9-9410 uses the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 uses Wolfdale (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A9-9410 scores 1,550 against the Core 2 Duo E7300's 1,555 — a 0.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 412, a 16.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 650 vs 725 (10.9% advantage for the Core 2 Duo E7300). Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	A9-9410	Core 2 Duo E7300
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+31%	2.67 GHz
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+9%	2.66 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	2048 kB	3 MB (total)+50%
Process	28 nm-38%	45 nm
Architecture	Stoney Ridge (2016−2019)	Wolfdale (2008−2010)
PassMark	1,550	1,555
Geekbench 6 Single	350	412+18%
Geekbench 6 Multi	650	725+12%

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Memory & Platform

The A9-9410 uses the FP4 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 DDR4-2133 on the A9-9410 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo E7300 — the A9-9410 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (A9-9410) vs 2 (Core 2 Duo E7300). PCIe lanes: 8 (A9-9410) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo E7300) — the Core 2 Duo E7300 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A9-9410) and P35,G33,G41,P45 (Core 2 Duo E7300).

Feature	A9-9410	Core 2 Duo E7300
Socket	FP4	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133+100%	DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	8	16+100%

🔧

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 (A9-9410) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7300). The A9-9410 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A9-9410 targets Budget Laptop, Core 2 Duo E7300 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: A9-9410 rivals Pentium N4200; Core 2 Duo E7300 rivals Athlon II X2 245.

Feature	A9-9410	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	Budget Laptop	Legacy Desktop

💰

Value Analysis

The A9-9410 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E7300 debuted at $133. At current prices ($25 vs $133), the A9-9410 is $108 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A9-9410 delivers 62.0 pts/$ vs 11.7 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E7300 — making the A9-9410 the 136.5% better value option.