Core 2 Duo T7400 vs A10 Pro-7350B
Core 2 Duo T7400
A10 Pro-7350B
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 T7400 is positioned at rank 1027 and the A10 Pro-7350B is on rank 597, so the A10 Pro-7350B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T7400
Performance Per Dollar A10 Pro-7350B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7400 | A10 Pro-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower 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
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T7400 | A10 Pro-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 T7400 and A10 Pro-7350B
Core 2 Duo T7400
The Core 2 Duo T7400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.16 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: 1,861 points. Launch price was $286.
A10 Pro-7350B
The A10 Pro-7350B 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,862 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo T7400 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A10 Pro-7350B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10 Pro-7350B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.16 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T7400 versus 3.3 GHz on the A10 Pro-7350B — a 41.8% clock advantage for the A10 Pro-7350B (base: 2.16 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T7400 uses the Merom (2006−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A10 Pro-7350B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T7400 scores 1,861 against the A10 Pro-7350B's 1,862 — a 0.1% lead for the A10 Pro-7350B. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 310 vs 286, a 8.1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T7400 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7400 | A10 Pro-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.16 GHz | 3.3 GHz+53% |
| Base Clock | 2.16 GHz+3% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4096 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 28 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Merom (2006−2008) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,861 | 1,862 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 310+8% | 286 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 550 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T7400 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A10 Pro-7350B uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Duo T7400 versus DDR3-1600 on the A10 Pro-7350B — the A10 Pro-7350B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10 Pro-7350B 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: 16 (Core 2 Duo T7400) vs 8 (A10 Pro-7350B) — the Core 2 Duo T7400 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7400 | A10 Pro-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T7400) vs AMD-V (A10 Pro-7350B). The A10 Pro-7350B includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Core 2 Duo T7400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T7400 targets Legacy Laptop, A10 Pro-7350B targets Business Laptop. Direct competitor: A10 Pro-7350B rivals Core i5-4300U.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T7400 | A10 Pro-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon R6 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Business Laptop |
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