Core 2 Duo P7370 vs A8-3820
Core 2 Duo P7370
A8-3820
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 P7370 is positioned at rank 512 and the A8-3820 is on rank 1032, so the Core 2 Duo P7370 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 P7370
Performance Per Dollar A8-3820
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo P7370 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 P7370 and A8-3820
Core 2 Duo P7370
The Core 2 Duo P7370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,191 points. Launch price was $249.
A8-3820
The A8-3820 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,178 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo P7370 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-3820 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3820 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo P7370 versus 2.8 GHz on the A8-3820 — a 33.3% clock advantage for the A8-3820 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core 2 Duo P7370 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the A8-3820 uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo P7370 scores 2,191 against the A8-3820's 2,178 — a 0.6% lead for the Core 2 Duo P7370. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Duo P7370 vs 0 kB on the A8-3820.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 2,191 | 2,178 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 354 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo P7370 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A8-3820 uses FM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The A8-3820 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core 2 Duo P7370) vs 20 (A8-3820) — the A8-3820 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Mobile (Core 2 Duo P7370) and A55,A75 (A8-3820).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo P7370) vs AMD-V (A8-3820). The A8-3820 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6550D), while the Core 2 Duo P7370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3820 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-3820 rivals Core i3-2120.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo P7370 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6550D |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Desktop |
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