Core Duo T2500 vs A8-3530MX
Core Duo T2500
A8-3530MX
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 Duo T2500 is positioned at rank 943 and the A8-3530MX is on rank 763, so the A8-3530MX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core Duo T2500
Performance Per Dollar A8-3530MX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Duo T2500 | A8-3530MX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Duo T2500 | A8-3530MX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Duo T2500 and A8-3530MX
Core Duo T2500
The Core Duo T2500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) 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: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,621 points. Launch price was $120.
A8-3530MX
The A8-3530MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,608 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core Duo T2500 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-3530MX offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3530MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core Duo T2500 versus 2.6 GHz on the A8-3530MX — a 26.1% clock advantage for the A8-3530MX (base: 2 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Core Duo T2500 uses the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the A8-3530MX uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core Duo T2500 scores 1,621 against the A8-3530MX's 1,608 — a 0.8% lead for the Core Duo T2500. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core Duo T2500 | A8-3530MX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.6 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz+5% | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Yonah (2005−2006) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 1,621 | 1,608 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 278 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Duo T2500 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A8-3530MX uses FS1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2500 versus DDR3-1600 on the A8-3530MX — the A8-3530MX supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-3530MX 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: 0 (Core Duo T2500) vs 20 (A8-3530MX) — the A8-3530MX offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core Duo T2500 | A8-3530MX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | FS1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core Duo T2500) vs AMD-V (A8-3530MX). The A8-3530MX includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6620G), while the Core Duo T2500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Duo T2500 targets Mobile, A8-3530MX targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: A8-3530MX rivals Core i5-2430M.
| Feature | Core Duo T2500 | A8-3530MX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6620G |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Mainstream Laptop |
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