A6-7470K vs Atom x5-E3940
A6-7470K
Atom x5-E3940
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 A6-7470K is positioned at rank 595 and the Atom x5-E3940 is on rank 337, so the Atom x5-E3940 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A6-7470K
Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-E3940
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-7470K | Atom x5-E3940 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-7470K | Atom x5-E3940 |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A6-7470K and Atom x5-E3940
A6-7470K
The A6-7470K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 1,799 points. Launch price was $70.
Atom x5-E3940
The Atom x5-E3940 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,816 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The A6-7470K packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Atom x5-E3940 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x5-E3940 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the A6-7470K versus 1.8 GHz on the Atom x5-E3940 — a 75.9% clock advantage for the A6-7470K (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The A6-7470K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Atom x5-E3940 uses Apollo Lake (2014−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A6-7470K scores 1,799 against the Atom x5-E3940's 1,816 — a 0.9% lead for the Atom x5-E3940.
| Feature | A6-7470K | Atom x5-E3940 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+122% | 1.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+131% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1024 kB | 2 MB (total)+100% |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Godaveri (2014−2016) | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,799 | 1,816 |
Memory & Platform
The A6-7470K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x5-E3940 uses FCBGA1296 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the A6-7470K versus DDR3L-1866 on the Atom x5-E3940 — the A6-7470K supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-7470K supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-7470K) vs 6 (Atom x5-E3940) — the A6-7470K offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FM2+ (A6-7470K) and Intel FCBGA1296 (Atom x5-E3940).
| Feature | A6-7470K | Atom x5-E3940 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | FCBGA1296 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+71000% | DDR3L-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 | 8 GB+26214300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+167% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (A6-7470K) / not specified (Atom x5-E3940). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R5 Graphics (A6-7470K) and Intel HD Graphics 500 (Atom x5-E3940) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A6-7470K rivals Pentium G4400.
| Feature | A6-7470K | Atom x5-E3940 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R5 Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 500 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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