Core 2 Duo T7100 vs A6 Pro-7050B

CPU

GPU

Core 2 Duo T7100

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2007

A6 Pro-7050B

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7100

2 / 2

1,817

0.0%

1,820

+0.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 T7100 is positioned at rank 24 and the A6 Pro-7050B is on rank 921, so the Core 2 Duo T7100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7100

#12

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

161%

#13

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

159%

#14

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

146%

#15

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

145%

#16

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

144%

#18

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

139%

#19

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

133%

#20

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

133%

#21

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

130%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

100%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

96%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

96%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

94%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

94%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

94%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

93%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

92%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

85%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A6 Pro-7050B

#909

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1612%

#910

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1588%

#911

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1458%

#912

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1452%

#913

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1438%

#915

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1389%

#916

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1332%

#917

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1330%

#918

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1294%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The A6 Pro-7050B (2014) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7100	A6 Pro-7050B
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T7100 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7100	A6 Pro-7050B
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+0%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core 2 Duo T7100 Benchmark Check

A6 Pro-7050B Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7100 and A6 Pro-7050B

Core 2 Duo T7100

The Core 2 Duo T7100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 May 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,817 points. Launch price was $197.

A6 Pro-7050B

The A6 Pro-7050B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,820 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T7100 and A6 Pro-7050B share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7100 versus 3 GHz on the A6 Pro-7050B — a 50% clock advantage for the A6 Pro-7050B (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7100 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A6 Pro-7050B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7100 scores 1,817 against the A6 Pro-7050B's 1,820 — a 0.2% lead for the A6 Pro-7050B.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7100	A6 Pro-7050B
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz	3 GHz+67%
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	2.2 GHz+22%
L3 Cache	0 kB	—
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1024 kB
Process	65 nm	28 nm-57%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Kaveri (2014−2015)
PassMark	1,817	1,820

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7100 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A6 Pro-7050B uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7100 versus DDR3-1600 on the A6 Pro-7050B — the A6 Pro-7050B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T7100) and AMD FP3 (A6 Pro-7050B).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7100	A6 Pro-7050B
Socket	PGA478	FP3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR3-1600+50%
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7100) / not specified (A6 Pro-7050B). The A6 Pro-7050B includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon R4), while the Core 2 Duo T7100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7100 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7100 rivals Athlon 64 X2 TK-42.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7100	A6 Pro-7050B
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	AMD Radeon R4
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x	—
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

The Core 2 Duo T7100 launched at $197 MSRP, while the A6 Pro-7050B debuted at $100. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the A6 Pro-7050B is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo T7100 delivers 121.1 pts/$ vs 121.3 pts/$ for the A6 Pro-7050B — making the A6 Pro-7050B the 0.2% better value option.