Core 2 Duo E7300

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Duo E7300

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,218 Rank: 1645
Rank Name Score Visual
1641 Pentium G6950 4,221
+0.1%
1642 Core 2 Duo P9500 4,221
+0.1%
1643 Phenom II X4 820 4,220
+0%
1644 Phenom II X4 920 4,218
+0%
1645 Core 2 Duo E7300 4,218
1646 Core 2 Duo P9600 4,218
+0%
1647 A6-9200 4,218
+0%
1648 Core i5-450M 4,218
+0%
1649 Intel Pentium P6300 4,217
+-0%
1650 Intel Core i5-450M 4,216
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,284 Rank: 1811
Rank Name Score Visual
1807 Pentium N3700 4,285
+0%
1808 Core 2 Duo E6850 4,285
+0%
1809 A4-3330MX 4,285
+0%
1810 A4-5000 4,285
+0%
1811 Core 2 Duo E7300 4,284
1812 Celeron E1400 4,283
+-0%
1813 Core 2 Duo P8700 4,282
+-0%
1814 Pentium N3530 4,282
+-0%
1815 Pentium N3510 4,282
+-0%
1816 A9-9425 4,280
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,174 Rank: 1604
Rank Name Score Visual
1600 A6-9210 4,179
+0.1%
1601 Core i5-460M 4,177
+0.1%
1602 Phenom II X4 B95 4,176
+0%
1603 Core i3-4010U 4,175
+0%
1604 Core 2 Duo E7300 4,174
1605 Pentium B980 4,172
+-0%
1606 Phenom II X4 925 4,172
+-0%
1607 Core 2 Duo P9500 4,172
+-0%
1608 Celeron N4000 4,171
-0.1%
1609 Core 2 Duo E7500 4,171
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Duo E7300 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Duo E7300 Details

For users seeking a budget-friendly desktop processor with integrated graphics support, the Intel Core 2 Duo E7300 offers a glimpse into early 2000s computing architecture. Launched in August 2008, this processor is now considered obsolete by modern standards, with its 45 nm manufacturing process and LGA775 socket reflecting a bygone era of hardware design. Despite its age, the E7300 remains relevant for legacy systems or retro computing enthusiasts who value stability and compatibility with older motherboards.

Built on Intel’s Wolfdale microarchitecture, the Core 2 Duo E7300 features two physical cores and a total of four threads via Hyper-Threading, allowing it to handle basic multitasking workloads. It operates at a base clock speed of 2.66 GHz, with a maximum turbo frequency of 2.0 GHz, though this value is misleading given that the processor does not support modern turbo boosting. The integrated GPU, labeled HD Graphics 4000, is not directly integrated into the CPU die but instead relies on compatible chipsets to provide graphics output. This GPU runs at 350 MHz and can support up to three displays, making it suitable for basic multimedia use.

The processor has a 65 W TDP, which was efficient for its time, and supports dual-channel DDR3 memory with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. Memory bandwidth reaches up to 25.6 GB/s, thanks to a 1066 MHz front-side bus and a 10x clock multiplier. Cache configuration includes 0.061 MiB of L1 cache and a substantial 2.861 MiB of L2 cache, which helps improve performance in memory-intensive applications. The chip contains 420 million transistors and measures 107 mm² in die area.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Core 2 Duo E7300 scores 4218 overall, placing it at #1644 out of 2060 processors in the ranking. Its single-core score of 4174 ranks at #1604, while its multicore score of 4284 lands at #1811. These results indicate that the processor performs comparably to other mid-tier CPUs from the same era, such as the Core 2 Duo P9500 and Pentium N3700. However, it trails behind modern processors by a wide margin—top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX achieve over 9,000 overall points, highlighting the generational leap in computing power.

Despite its limitations, the E7300 supports a range of advanced features, including SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AES-NI encryption, and Intel’s VT-x virtualization technology. These capabilities, combined with its dual-core architecture, make it suitable for light productivity tasks, web browsing, and legacy software. However, it is not designed for gaming, content creation, or high-performance computing. As of March 2026, the Core 2 Duo E7300 is best suited for retro builds, educational demonstrations, or systems where compatibility with older hardware is more critical than raw performance.
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Intel Core 2 Duo E7300

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Duo E7300
Model Number: E7300
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2660 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 10x (locked)
Core Name: Wolfdale
Socket: LGA775
Package: FC-LGA6
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 2.861 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 1
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 850 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Die Area: 107 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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