Core i3-380UM vs Core 2 Duo SU7300
Core i3-380UM
Core 2 Duo SU7300
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 i3-380UM is positioned at rank 225 and the Core 2 Duo SU7300 is on rank 43, so the Core 2 Duo SU7300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-380UM
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo SU7300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) |
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 i3-380UM and Core 2 Duo SU7300
Core i3-380UM
The Core i3-380UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.03 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,502 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Duo SU7300
The Core 2 Duo SU7300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,496 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Core i3-380UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core 2 Duo SU7300's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 0.03 GHz on the Core i3-380UM versus 1.3 GHz on the Core 2 Duo SU7300 — a 191% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo SU7300 (base: 1.33 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Core i3-380UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-380UM scores 1,502 against the Core 2 Duo SU7300's 1,496 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-380UM. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 199 vs 188, a 5.7% lead for the Core i3-380UM that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 451 vs 338 (28.6% advantage for the Core i3-380UM). L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-380UM vs 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core 2 Duo SU7300.
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.03 GHz | 1.3 GHz+4233% |
| Base Clock | 1.33 GHz+2% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 3 MB+500% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,502 | 1,496 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 199+6% | 188 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 451+33% | 338 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-380UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-800 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-380UM) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo SU7300) — the Core i3-380UM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i3-380UM) and GS45,GM45 (Core 2 Duo SU7300).
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Core i3-380UM) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo SU7300). The Core i3-380UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-380UM targets Budget, Core 2 Duo SU7300 targets Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-380UM rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop |
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