Core 2 Duo T9400 vs A6-7000

Core 2 Duo T9400

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 2.53 GHz2008

A6-7000

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core 2 Duo T9400

2 / 2

1,004

+0.2%

1,002

0.0%

Mobile Athlon 64 3400+

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

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 T9400 is positioned at rank 796 and the A6-7000 is on rank 1081, so the Core 2 Duo T9400 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 T9400

#784

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1198%

#785

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1180%

#786

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1084%

#787

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1079%

#788

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1069%

#790

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1032%

#791

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

990%

#792

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

988%

#793

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

962%

#796

Core 2 Duo T9400

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

#799

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

99%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

99%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

98%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

98%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

98%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A6-7000

#1069

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2928%

#1070

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2885%

#1071

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2649%

#1072

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2637%

#1073

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2613%

#1075

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2523%

#1076

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2419%

#1077

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2415%

#1078

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2350%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

99%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

96%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

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 A6-7000 (2014) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T9400	A6-7000
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo T9400 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core 2 Duo T9400	A6-7000
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)

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 T9400 Benchmark Check

A6-7000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo T9400 and A6-7000

Core 2 Duo T9400

The Core 2 Duo T9400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 July 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.53 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,004 points. Launch price was $316.

A6-7000

The A6-7000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. 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: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $70.

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Processing Power

Both the Core 2 Duo T9400 and A6-7000 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.53 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T9400 versus 3 GHz on the A6-7000 — a 17% clock advantage for the A6-7000 (base: 2.53 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Duo T9400 uses the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the A6-7000 uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo T9400 scores 1,004 against the A6-7000's 1,002 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo T9400.

Feature	Core 2 Duo T9400	A6-7000
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.53 GHz	3 GHz+19%
Base Clock	2.53 GHz+15%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache	—
L2 Cache	6 MB+500%	1024 kB
Process	45 nm	28 nm-38%
Architecture	Penryn (2008−2011)	Kaveri (2014−2015)
PassMark	1,004	1,002
Geekbench 6 Single	320	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core 2 Duo T9400 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A6-7000 uses FT3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo T9400 versus 1600 on the A6-7000 — the A6-7000 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core 2 Duo T9400) vs 1 (A6-7000). Chipset compatibility: GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T9400) and FP3 (A6-7000).

Feature	Core 2 Duo T9400	A6-7000
Socket	PGA478	FT3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 3.0+173%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1066	1600+53233%
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Duo T9400) vs true (A6-7000). The A6-7000 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R4 Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T9400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T9400 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo T9400 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U; A6-7000 rivals Pentium 3556U.