Z-60 vs Core 2 Solo SU3300
Z-60
Core 2 Solo SU3300
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 Z-60 is positioned at rank 787 and the Core 2 Solo SU3300 is on rank 1211, so the Z-60 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Z-60
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Solo SU3300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Z-60 | Core 2 Solo SU3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Hondo (2012) / 40 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Z-60 | Core 2 Solo SU3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 Z-60 and Core 2 Solo SU3300
Z-60
The Z-60 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 9 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Hondo (2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,249 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Solo SU3300
The Core 2 Solo SU3300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 August 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,247 points. Launch price was $262.
Processing Power
The Z-60 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core 2 Solo SU3300 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Z-60 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1 GHz on the Z-60 versus 1.2 GHz on the Core 2 Solo SU3300 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core 2 Solo SU3300. The Z-60 uses the Hondo (2012) architecture (40 nm), while the Core 2 Solo SU3300 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Z-60 scores 1,249 against the Core 2 Solo SU3300's 1,247 — a 0.2% lead for the Z-60.
| Feature | Z-60 | Core 2 Solo SU3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1 GHz | 1.2 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
| Process | 40 nm-11% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Hondo (2012) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,249 | 1,247 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 658 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Z-60 uses the FT1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Solo SU3300 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Z-60 versus DDR2-800 on the Core 2 Solo SU3300 — the Z-60 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support.
| Feature | Z-60 | Core 2 Solo SU3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT1 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Z-60) vs VT-x (Core 2 Solo SU3300). The Z-60 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6250), while the Core 2 Solo SU3300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Z-60 targets Tablet, Core 2 Solo SU3300 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Z-60 rivals Core i3-2310M.
| Feature | Z-60 | Core 2 Solo SU3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6250 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Tablet | Mobile |
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