Core 2 Duo T8300 vs A4 PRO-7300B
Core 2 Duo T8300
A4 PRO-7300B
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 T8300 is positioned at rank 710 and the A4 PRO-7300B is on rank 607, so the A4 PRO-7300B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T8300
Performance Per Dollar A4 PRO-7300B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T8300 | A4 PRO-7300B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo T8300 | A4 PRO-7300B |
|---|---|---|
| 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 T8300 and A4 PRO-7300B
Core 2 Duo T8300
The Core 2 Duo T8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,472 points. Launch price was $241.
A4 PRO-7300B
The A4 PRO-7300B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Agosto 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,458 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Duo T8300 and A4 PRO-7300B share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T8300 versus 4 GHz on the A4 PRO-7300B — a 50% clock advantage for the A4 PRO-7300B (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T8300 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the A4 PRO-7300B uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T8300 scores 1,472 against the A4 PRO-7300B's 1,458 — a 1% lead for the Core 2 Duo T8300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 450 vs 375, a 18.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo T8300 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T8300 | A4 PRO-7300B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 4 GHz+67% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.8 GHz+58% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB L2 Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1024 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Penryn (2008−2011) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,472 | 1,458 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 450+20% | 375 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 850 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo T8300 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A4 PRO-7300B uses FM2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Duo T8300 versus DDR3-1600 on the A4 PRO-7300B — the A4 PRO-7300B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4 PRO-7300B 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: 0 (Core 2 Duo T8300) vs 16 (A4 PRO-7300B) — the A4 PRO-7300B offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GM965,PM965 (Core 2 Duo T8300) and A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A88X (A4 PRO-7300B).
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T8300 | A4 PRO-7300B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T8300) vs AMD-V (A4 PRO-7300B). The A4 PRO-7300B includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8470D), while the Core 2 Duo T8300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T8300 targets Legacy Laptop, A4 PRO-7300B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A4 PRO-7300B rivals Pentium G3250.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo T8300 | A4 PRO-7300B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8470D |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Business Desktop |
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