Core 2 Duo T6500 vs A10-8700P
Core 2 Duo T6500
A10-8700P
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 T6500 is positioned at rank 178 and the A10-8700P is on rank 978, so the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T6500
Performance Per Dollar A10-8700P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6500 | A10-8700P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T6500 | A10-8700P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 T6500 and A10-8700P
Core 2 Duo T6500
The Core 2 Duo T6500 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,249 points. Launch price was $249.
A10-8700P
The A10-8700P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,254 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T6500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A10-8700P offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-8700P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T6500 versus 3.2 GHz on the A10-8700P — a 41.5% clock advantage for the A10-8700P (base: 2.1 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T6500 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the A10-8700P uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T6500 scores 2,249 against the A10-8700P's 2,254 — a 0.2% lead for the A10-8700P.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6500 | A10-8700P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+52% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz+17% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB L2 Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2048 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 2,249 | 2,254 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 480 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T6500 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A10-8700P uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T6500 versus DDR3-2133 on the A10-8700P — the A10-8700P supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-8700P 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: 16 (Core 2 Duo T6500) vs 12 (A10-8700P) — the Core 2 Duo T6500 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: PM45 (Core 2 Duo T6500) and SoC (A10-8700P).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6500 | A10-8700P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-2133+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Core 2 Duo T6500) vs AMD-V (A10-8700P). The A10-8700P includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Core 2 Duo T6500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-8700P targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-8700P rivals Core i5-5200U.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T6500 | A10-8700P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R6 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Laptop |
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