Core i3-2340UE vs A8 Pro-7150B
Core i3-2340UE
A8 Pro-7150B
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 i3-2340UE is positioned at rank 1137 and the A8 Pro-7150B is on rank 1073, so the A8 Pro-7150B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2340UE
Performance Per Dollar A8 Pro-7150B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+897%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 i3-2340UE and A8 Pro-7150B
Core i3-2340UE
The Core i3-2340UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,545 points. Launch price was $250.
A8 Pro-7150B
The A8 Pro-7150B 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 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 1,541 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2340UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8 Pro-7150B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8 Pro-7150B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2340UE versus 3.2 GHz on the A8 Pro-7150B — a 84.4% clock advantage for the A8 Pro-7150B. The Core i3-2340UE uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the A8 Pro-7150B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2340UE scores 1,545 against the A8 Pro-7150B's 1,541 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-2340UE.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+146% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 32 nm | 28 nm-13% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,545 | 1,541 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 230 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2340UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A8 Pro-7150B uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM65,QM67 (Core i3-2340UE) and AMD BGA soldered (A8 Pro-7150B).
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | FP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2340UE) / not specified (A8 Pro-7150B). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2340UE) and AMD Radeon R5 (A8 Pro-7150B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2340UE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-2340UE rivals Embedded G-Series.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | AMD Radeon R5 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-2340UE launched at $200 MSRP, while the A8 Pro-7150B debuted at $150. At current prices ($200 vs $20), the A8 Pro-7150B is $180 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-2340UE delivers 7.7 pts/$ vs 77.0 pts/$ for the A8 Pro-7150B — making the A8 Pro-7150B the 163.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-2340UE | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $150-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $20-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.7 | 77.0+900% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2014 |
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