Core 2 Duo E8200 vs A4-3300
Core 2 Duo E8200
A4-3300
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 E8200 is positioned at rank 1048 and the A4-3300 is on rank 814, so the A4-3300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E8200
Performance Per Dollar A4-3300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8200 | A4-3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8200 | A4-3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ 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 E8200 and A4-3300
Core 2 Duo E8200
The Core 2 Duo E8200 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: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,144 points. Launch price was $249.
A4-3300
The A4-3300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,143 points. Launch price was $50.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo E8200 and A4-3300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8200 versus 2.5 GHz on the A4-3300 — a 6.6% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8200 (base: 2.66 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E8200 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the A4-3300 uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E8200 scores 1,144 against the A4-3300's 1,143 — a 0.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8200. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 266, a 27.3% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8200 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8200 | A4-3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.67 GHz+7% | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz+6% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+1100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 1,144 | 1,143 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350+32% | 266 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 650 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E8200 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A4-3300 uses FM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo E8200 versus DDR3-1600 on the A4-3300 — the A4-3300 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4-3300 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo E8200) vs 16 (A4-3300) — the A4-3300 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: P35,P45,G33,G45 (Core 2 Duo E8200) and A55,A75 (A4-3300).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8200 | A4-3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo E8200) vs AMD-V (A4-3300). The A4-3300 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6410D), while the Core 2 Duo E8200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo E8200 targets Legacy Desktop, A4-3300 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E8200 rivals Phenom II X2 550; A4-3300 rivals Celeron G530.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8200 | A4-3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6410D |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget Desktop |
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