CPU
GPU
A8-3510MX
Atom N570
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 A8-3510MX is positioned at rank 754 and the Atom N570 is on rank 35, so the Atom N570 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-3510MX
Performance Per Dollar Atom N570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-3510MX | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-3510MX | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 A8-3510MX and Atom N570
A8-3510MX
The A8-3510MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,631 points. Launch price was $90.
Atom N570
The Atom N570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 8.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,630 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
The A8-3510MX packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom N570 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3510MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the A8-3510MX versus 1.67 GHz on the Atom N570 — a 39.8% clock advantage for the A8-3510MX (base: 1.8 GHz vs 1.66 GHz). The A8-3510MX uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom N570 uses Pineview (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3510MX scores 1,631 against the Atom N570's 1,630 — a 0.1% lead for the A8-3510MX. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A8-3510MX | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz+50% | 1.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz+8% | 1.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Pineview (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,631 | 1,630 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 252 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A8-3510MX uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom N570 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The A8-3510MX supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (A8-3510MX) vs 1 (Atom N570). PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3510MX) vs 0 (Atom N570) — the A8-3510MX offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A8-3510MX | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FS1 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+700% | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A8-3510MX) / not specified (Atom N570). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6620G (A8-3510MX) and Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N570) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3510MX targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: A8-3510MX rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | A8-3510MX | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6620G | Intel GMA 3150 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | — |
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