CPU
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Core 2 Duo E7300
A9-9410
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 E7300 is positioned at rank 969 and the A9-9410 is on rank 1071, so the Core 2 Duo E7300 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 E7300
Performance Per Dollar A9-9410
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+430%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($133) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
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 E7300 and A9-9410
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.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E7300 and A9-9410 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7300 versus 3.5 GHz on the A9-9410 — a 26.9% clock advantage for the A9-9410 (base: 2.66 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E7300 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the A9-9410 uses Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E7300 scores 1,555 against the A9-9410's 1,550 — a 0.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 412 vs 350, a 16.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7300 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 725 vs 650 (10.9% advantage for the Core 2 Duo E7300). Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.67 GHz | 3.5 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz | 2.9 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2048 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 1,555 | 1,550 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 412+18% | 350 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 725+12% | 650 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E7300 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A9-9410 uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo E7300 versus DDR4-2133 on the A9-9410 — 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: 2 (Core 2 Duo E7300) vs 1 (A9-9410). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo E7300) vs 8 (A9-9410) — the Core 2 Duo E7300 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: P35,G33,G41,P45 (Core 2 Duo E7300) and SoC (A9-9410).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR4-2133+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core 2 Duo E7300 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7300) vs AMD-V (A9-9410). The A9-9410 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5), while the Core 2 Duo E7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E7300 targets Legacy Desktop, A9-9410 targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7300 rivals Athlon II X2 245; A9-9410 rivals Pentium N4200.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon R5 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E7300 launched at $133 MSRP, while the A9-9410 debuted at $150. At current prices ($133 vs $25), the A9-9410 is $108 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E7300 delivers 11.7 pts/$ vs 62.0 pts/$ for the A9-9410 — making the A9-9410 the 136.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7300 | A9-9410 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $133-11% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $133 | $25-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.7 | 62.0+430% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2016 |
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