CPU
GPU
A6-1450
Atom Z2560
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 A6-1450 is positioned at rank 929 and the Atom Z2560 is on rank 104, so the Atom Z2560 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A6-1450
Performance Per Dollar Atom Z2560
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-1450 | Atom Z2560 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Temash (2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clovertrail (2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-1450 | Atom Z2560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A6-1450 and Atom Z2560
A6-1450
The A6-1450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Temash (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,062 points. Launch price was $70.
Atom Z2560
The Atom Z2560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Clovertrail (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FC-MB4760. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,056 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The A6-1450 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom Z2560 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A6-1450 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.4 GHz on the A6-1450 versus 1.6 GHz on the Atom Z2560 — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Atom Z2560. The A6-1450 uses the Temash (2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom Z2560 uses Clovertrail (2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A6-1450 scores 1,062 against the Atom Z2560's 1,056 — a 0.6% lead for the A6-1450. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A6-1450 | Atom Z2560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.4 GHz | 1.6 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Temash (2013) | Clovertrail (2013) |
| PassMark | 1,062 | 1,056 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 144 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 450 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A6-1450 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom Z2560 uses FC-MB4760 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1066 on the A6-1450 versus LPDDR2-1066 on the Atom Z2560 — the A6-1450 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-1450 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A6-1450) vs 2 (Atom Z2560). PCIe lanes: 8 (A6-1450) vs 0 (Atom Z2560) — the A6-1450 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A6-1450) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom Z2560).
| Feature | A6-1450 | Atom Z2560 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | FC-MB4760 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1066+50% | LPDDR2-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+300% | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A6-1450) / not specified (Atom Z2560). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 8250 (A6-1450) and PowerVR SGX544MP2 (Atom Z2560) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-1450 targets Low Power Tablet/Laptop. Direct competitor: A6-1450 rivals Atom Z3740.
| Feature | A6-1450 | Atom Z2560 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8250 | PowerVR SGX544MP2 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Low Power Tablet/Laptop | — |
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