Phenom II X2 N640 vs Core 2 Duo SU7300
Phenom II X2 N640
Core 2 Duo SU7300
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Phenom II X2 N640 is positioned at rank 977 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 Phenom II X2 N640
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo SU7300
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($289) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Champlain (2010−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+429%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ 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 Phenom II X2 N640 and Core 2 Duo SU7300
Phenom II X2 N640
The Phenom II X2 N640 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.9 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,505 points. Launch price was $149.
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
Both the Phenom II X2 N640 and Core 2 Duo SU7300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Phenom II X2 N640 versus 1.3 GHz on the Core 2 Duo SU7300 — a 76.2% clock advantage for the Phenom II X2 N640. The Phenom II X2 N640 uses the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X2 N640 scores 1,505 against the Core 2 Duo SU7300's 1,496 — a 0.6% lead for the Phenom II X2 N640. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 188, a 45.9% lead for the Phenom II X2 N640 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 422 vs 338 (22.1% advantage for the Phenom II X2 N640).
| Feature | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+123% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 3 MB+50% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Champlain (2010−2011) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,505 | 1,496 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300+60% | 188 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 422+25% | 338 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X2 N640 uses the S1 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 DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Phenom II X2 N640) vs 0 (Core 2 Duo SU7300) — the Phenom II X2 N640 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: RS880M (Phenom II X2 N640) and GS45,GM45 (Core 2 Duo SU7300).
| Feature | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 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: AMD-V (Phenom II X2 N640) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo SU7300). Primary use case: Phenom II X2 N640 targets Legacy Laptop, Core 2 Duo SU7300 targets Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop.
| Feature | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Ultra-Low Voltage Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Phenom II X2 N640 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo SU7300 debuted at $289.
| Feature | Phenom II X2 N640 | Core 2 Duo SU7300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-65% | $289 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55 | — |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2009 |
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