C-60 vs Core 2 Duo SU7300
C-60
Core 2 Duo SU7300
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 C-60 is positioned at rank 704 and the Core 2 Duo SU7300 is on rank 43, so the Core 2 Duo SU7300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar C-60
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo SU7300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ontario (2011−2012) / 40 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1332%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) |
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 C-60 and Core 2 Duo SU7300
C-60
The C-60 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 August 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR3 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,483 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo SU7300
The Core 2 Duo SU7300 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 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,496 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the C-60 and Core 2 Duo SU7300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.33 GHz on the C-60 versus 1.3 GHz on the Core 2 Duo SU7300 — a 2.3% clock advantage for the C-60 (base: 1 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The C-60 uses the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture (40 nm), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the C-60 scores 1,483 against the Core 2 Duo SU7300's 1,496 — a 0.9% lead for the Core 2 Duo SU7300. L3 cache: 0 kB on the C-60 vs 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core 2 Duo SU7300.
| Feature | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.33 GHz+2% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 1.3 GHz+30% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 3 MB+500% |
| Process | 40 nm-11% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Ontario (2011−2012) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,483 | 1,496 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 188 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 338 |
Memory & Platform
The C-60 uses the FT1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Core 2 Duo SU7300 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (C-60) vs 2 (Core 2 Duo SU7300). PCIe lanes: 4 (C-60) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo SU7300) — the C-60 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD BGA413 (C-60) and GS45,GM45 (Core 2 Duo SU7300).
| Feature | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT1 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (C-60) / VT-x (Core 2 Duo SU7300). The C-60 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6290), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo SU7300 targets Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop.
| Feature | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6290 | — |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop |
Value Analysis
The C-60 launched at $50 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 debuted at $289.
| Feature | C-60 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-83% | $289 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | — |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2009 |
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