Core 2 Duo E7400 vs Athlon X2 BE-2400
Core 2 Duo E7400
Athlon X2 BE-2400
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 E7400 is positioned at rank 544 and the Athlon X2 BE-2400 is on rank 855, so the Core 2 Duo E7400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7400
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X2 BE-2400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7400 | Athlon X2 BE-2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Brisbane (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7400 | Athlon X2 BE-2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) |
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 Core 2 Duo E7400 and Athlon X2 BE-2400
Core 2 Duo E7400
The Core 2 Duo E7400 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 1,043 points. Launch price was $249.
Athlon X2 BE-2400
The Athlon X2 BE-2400 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,050 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E7400 and Athlon X2 BE-2400 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7400 versus 2.3 GHz on the Athlon X2 BE-2400 — a 19.6% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E7400. The Core 2 Duo E7400 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon X2 BE-2400 uses Brisbane (2007−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E7400 scores 1,043 against the Athlon X2 BE-2400's 1,050 — a 0.7% lead for the Athlon X2 BE-2400. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7400 | Athlon X2 BE-2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+22% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (total)+500% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Brisbane (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,043 | 1,050 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E7400 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon X2 BE-2400 uses AM2 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Core 2 Duo E7400 versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon X2 BE-2400 — the Core 2 Duo E7400 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo E7400) vs 0 (Athlon X2 BE-2400) — the Core 2 Duo E7400 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E7400) and AMD AM2 (Athlon X2 BE-2400).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7400 | Athlon X2 BE-2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+53200% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core 2 Duo E7400) / not specified (Athlon X2 BE-2400). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7400 rivals Athlon II X2 245.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7400 | Athlon X2 BE-2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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