CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E6320
A6-5345M
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 Core 2 Duo E6320 is positioned at rank 1051 and the A6-5345M is on rank 907, 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 Core 2 Duo E6320
Performance Per Dollar A6-5345M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E6320 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E6320 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E6320 and A6-5345M
Core 2 Duo E6320
The Core 2 Duo E6320 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.86 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $249.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E6320 and A6-5345M share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.86 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E6320 versus 2.8 GHz on the A6-5345M — a 40.3% clock advantage for the A6-5345M (base: 1.86 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E6320 uses the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture (65 nm), while the A6-5345M uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E6320 scores 1,115 against the A6-5345M's 1,122 — a 0.6% lead for the A6-5345M. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6320 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.86 GHz | 2.8 GHz+51% |
| Base Clock | 1.86 GHz | 2.2 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Conroe (2006−2007) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,115 | 1,122 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 250 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E6320 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A6-5345M uses FP2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Core 2 Duo E6320 versus DDR3-1333 on the A6-5345M — the Core 2 Duo E6320 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Duo E6320 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.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6320 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | FP2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+35433% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 8 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core 2 Duo E6320) vs AMD-V (A6-5345M). The A6-5345M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8410G), while the Core 2 Duo E6320 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-5345M targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E6320 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4200+; A6-5345M rivals Celeron 1005M.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E6320 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon HD 8410G |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Laptop |
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