Pro A8-8600B vs Core 2 Quad Q9450
Pro A8-8600B
Core 2 Quad Q9450
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 Pro A8-8600B is positioned at rank 986 and the Core 2 Quad Q9450 is on rank 1049, so the Pro A8-8600B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pro A8-8600B
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q9450
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pro A8-8600B | Core 2 Quad Q9450 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pro A8-8600B | Core 2 Quad Q9450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 Pro A8-8600B and Core 2 Quad Q9450
Pro A8-8600B
The Pro A8-8600B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,203 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Quad Q9450
The Core 2 Quad Q9450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 12 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,208 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Pro A8-8600B and Core 2 Quad Q9450 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Pro A8-8600B versus 2.67 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9450 — a 11.6% clock advantage for the Pro A8-8600B (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The Pro A8-8600B uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Quad Q9450 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pro A8-8600B scores 2,203 against the Core 2 Quad Q9450's 2,208 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Quad Q9450.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core 2 Quad Q9450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz+12% | 2.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.66 GHz+66% |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB | 12 MB (total)+500% |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Yorkfield (2007−2009) |
| PassMark | 2,203 | 2,208 |
Memory & Platform
The Pro A8-8600B uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Quad Q9450 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core 2 Quad Q9450 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP4 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
Value Analysis
The Pro A8-8600B launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core 2 Quad Q9450 debuted at $316. At current prices ($25 vs $15), the Core 2 Quad Q9450 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pro A8-8600B delivers 88.1 pts/$ vs 147.2 pts/$ for the Core 2 Quad Q9450 — making the Core 2 Quad Q9450 the 50.2% better value option.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core 2 Quad Q9450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-53% | $316 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $15-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 88.1 | 147.2+67% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2008 |
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