Core 2 Duo T7200 vs A4 PRO-3340B
Core 2 Duo T7200
A4 PRO-3340B
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 T7200 is positioned at rank 29 and the A4 PRO-3340B is on rank 637, so the Core 2 Duo T7200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7200
Performance Per Dollar A4 PRO-3340B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7200 | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7200 | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6) | ✅ 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 T7200 and A4 PRO-3340B
Core 2 Duo T7200
The Core 2 Duo T7200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). 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: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 34 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,717 points. Launch price was $286.
A4 PRO-3340B
The A4 PRO-3340B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 December 2014 (10 years ago). It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,709 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T7200 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A4 PRO-3340B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A4 PRO-3340B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7200 versus 2.2 GHz on the A4 PRO-3340B — a 9.5% clock advantage for the A4 PRO-3340B (base: 2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7200 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A4 PRO-3340B uses Kabini (2013−2014) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7200 scores 1,717 against the A4 PRO-3340B's 1,709 — a 0.5% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7200.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7200 | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2048 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 28 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Kabini (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,717 | 1,709 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 200 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T7200 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A4 PRO-3340B uses FT3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7200 versus DDR3-1600 on the A4 PRO-3340B — the A4 PRO-3340B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core 2 Duo T7200) vs 1 (A4 PRO-3340B).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7200 | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FT3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7200) vs AMD-V (A4 PRO-3340B). The A4 PRO-3340B includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8240), while the Core 2 Duo T7200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7200 targets Budget, A4 PRO-3340B targets Business Laptop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T7200 rivals Athlon 64 X2 TK-42; A4 PRO-3340B rivals Pentium N3520.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7200 | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8240 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Business Laptop |
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