Core 2 Duo E7600 vs A4-4000
Core 2 Duo E7600
A4-4000
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 E7600 is positioned at rank 1019 and the A4-4000 is on rank 811, so the A4-4000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E7600
Performance Per Dollar A4-4000
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7600 | A4-4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E7600 | A4-4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E7600 and A4-4000
Core 2 Duo E7600
The Core 2 Duo E7600 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 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 0.07 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: 1,150 points. Launch price was $249.
A4-4000
The A4-4000 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 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,152 points. Launch price was $50.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E7600 and A4-4000 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.07 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E7600 versus 3.2 GHz on the A4-4000 — a 191.4% clock advantage for the A4-4000 (base: 3.06 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E7600 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the A4-4000 uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E7600 scores 1,150 against the A4-4000's 1,152 — a 0.2% lead for the A4-4000. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 422 vs 348, a 19.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo E7600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | A4-4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.07 GHz | 3.2 GHz+4471% |
| Base Clock | 3.06 GHz+2% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (total)+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,150 | 1,152 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 422+21% | 348 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 690 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E7600 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A4-4000 uses FM2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The A4-4000 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo E7600) vs 8 (A4-4000) — the Core 2 Duo E7600 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: P45,P43,G45,G43,P35,G33 (Core 2 Duo E7600) and A55,A75,A85X,A88X (A4-4000).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | A4-4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | FM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo E7600) vs AMD-V (A4-4000). The A4-4000 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 7480D), while the Core 2 Duo E7600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E7600 targets Legacy Desktop, A4-4000 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E7600 rivals Athlon II X2 250; A4-4000 rivals Celeron G1610.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E7600 | A4-4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon HD 7480D |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget Desktop |
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