CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo SU7300
A4-6210
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 SU7300 is positioned at rank 43 and the A4-6210 is on rank 787, so the Core 2 Duo SU7300 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 SU7300
Performance Per Dollar A4-6210
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo SU7300 | A4-6210 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Beema (2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo SU7300 | A4-6210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) | ✅ 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 SU7300 and A4-6210
Core 2 Duo SU7300
The Core 2 Duo SU7300 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 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,496 points. Launch price was $249.
A4-6210
The A4-6210 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Beema (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1599. Passmark benchmark score: 1,499 points. Launch price was $50.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo SU7300 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A4-6210 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A4-6210 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Core 2 Duo SU7300 versus 1.8 GHz on the A4-6210 — a 32.3% clock advantage for the A4-6210. The Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the A4-6210 uses Beema (2014) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo SU7300 scores 1,496 against the A4-6210's 1,499 — a 0.2% lead for the A4-6210. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 188 vs 198, a 5.2% lead for the A4-6210 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo SU7300 | A4-6210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 1.8 GHz+38% |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2048 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Beema (2014) |
| PassMark | 1,496 | 1,499 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 188 | 198+5% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 338 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses the BGA956 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A4-6210 uses FT3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The A4-6210 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core 2 Duo SU7300) vs 1 (A4-6210). PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo SU7300) vs 8 (A4-6210) — the A4-6210 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo SU7300 | A4-6210 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA956 | FT3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo SU7300) vs AMD-V (A4-6210). The A4-6210 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo SU7300 targets Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop, A4-6210 targets Entry Laptop. Direct competitor: A4-6210 rivals Pentium N3700.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo SU7300 | A4-6210 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R3 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop | Entry Laptop |
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