
Core 2 Duo T5750

A10-7300
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 T5750 is positioned at rank 28 and the A10-7300 is on rank 1042, so the Core 2 Duo T5750 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 T5750
Performance Per Dollar A10-7300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($8) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+526%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($8) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 T5750 and A10-7300

Core 2 Duo T5750
The Core 2 Duo T5750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,738 points. Launch price was $249.

A10-7300
The A10-7300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,736 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T5750 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A10-7300 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-7300 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T5750 versus 3.2 GHz on the A10-7300 — a 46.2% clock advantage for the A10-7300 (base: 2 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T5750 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A10-7300 uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T5750 scores 1,738 against the A10-7300's 1,736 — a 0.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T5750.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.2 GHz+60% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz+5% | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4096 kB+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 28 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,738 | 1,736 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 360 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 680 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T5750 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A10-7300 uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T5750 versus DDR3-1600 on the A10-7300 — the A10-7300 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-7300 supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Duo T5750) vs 16 (A10-7300) — the A10-7300 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T5750) and FP3 (A10-7300).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: None (Core 2 Duo T5750) vs AMD-V (A10-7300). The A10-7300 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Core 2 Duo T5750 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T5750 targets Legacy Laptop, A10-7300 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-7300 rivals Core i3-4010U.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R6 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Laptop |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($8 vs $50), the Core 2 Duo T5750 is $42 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T5750 delivers 217.3 pts/$ vs 34.7 pts/$ for the A10-7300 — making the Core 2 Duo T5750 the 144.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T5750 | A10-7300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8-84% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 217.3+526% | 34.7 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2014 |
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