Core 2 Extreme X7800 vs A6-5345M
Core 2 Extreme X7800
A6-5345M
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 Extreme X7800 is positioned at rank 1145 and the A6-5345M is on rank 907, so the A6-5345M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Extreme X7800
Performance Per Dollar A6-5345M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Extreme X7800 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Merom XE (2007) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Extreme X7800 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Extreme X7800 and A6-5345M
Core 2 Extreme X7800
The Core 2 Extreme X7800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 July 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Merom XE (2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 44 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,138 points. Launch price was $851.
A6-5345M
The A6-5345M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,122 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Extreme X7800 and A6-5345M share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Extreme X7800 versus 2.8 GHz on the A6-5345M — a 7.4% clock advantage for the A6-5345M (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core 2 Extreme X7800 uses the Merom XE (2007) architecture (65 nm), while the A6-5345M uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Extreme X7800 scores 1,138 against the A6-5345M's 1,122 — a 1.4% lead for the Core 2 Extreme X7800. L3 cache: 4 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Extreme X7800 vs 0 kB on the A6-5345M.
| Feature | Core 2 Extreme X7800 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Merom XE (2007) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,138+1% | 1,122 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 250 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Extreme X7800 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A6-5345M uses FP2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core 2 Extreme X7800 versus DDR3-1333 on the A6-5345M — the A6-5345M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-5345M supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core 2 Extreme X7800 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FP2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core 2 Extreme X7800 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Extreme X7800) vs AMD-V (A6-5345M). The A6-5345M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8410G), while the Core 2 Extreme X7800 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-5345M targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: A6-5345M rivals Celeron 1005M.
| Feature | Core 2 Extreme X7800 | A6-5345M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8410G |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Laptop |
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