Core 2 Duo T7100 vs A8-5557M

CPU

GPU

Core 2 Duo T7100

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2007

A8-5557M

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T7100

2 / 2

1,817

0.0%

1,831

+0.8%

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 A8-5557M is on rank 687, 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 A8-5557M

#675

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

961%

#676

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

947%

#677

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

870%

#678

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

866%

#679

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

858%

#681

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

828%

#682

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

794%

#683

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

793%

#684

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

772%

#687

A8-5557M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#695

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

98%

#699

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

98%

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 A8-5557M (2013) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T7100	A8-5557M
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 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	A8-5557M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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

A8-5557M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T7100 and A8-5557M

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.

A8-5557M

The A8-5557M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,831 points. Launch price was $90.

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Processing Power

The Core 2 Duo T7100 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-5557M offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5557M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7100 versus 3.1 GHz on the A8-5557M — a 53.1% clock advantage for the A8-5557M (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7100 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A8-5557M uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7100 scores 1,817 against the A8-5557M's 1,831 — a 0.8% lead for the A8-5557M. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7100	A8-5557M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz	3.1 GHz+72%
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	2.1 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	65 nm	32 nm-51%
Architecture	Merom (2006−2008)	Richland (2013−2014)
PassMark	1,817	1,831

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T7100 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A8-5557M uses FP2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7100 versus 1600 on the A8-5557M — the A8-5557M supports 199.5% 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 FP2,FS1r2 (A8-5557M).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T7100	A8-5557M
Socket	PGA478	FP2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	1600+79900%
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7100) vs true (A8-5557M). The A8-5557M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G), 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; A8-5557M rivals Core i3-4000M.