CPU
GPU
A8-5545M
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 A8-5545M is positioned at rank 756 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 A8-5545M
Performance Per Dollar Atom N570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-5545M | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-5545M | 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 A8-5545M and Atom N570
A8-5545M
The A8-5545M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,628 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 A8-5545M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom N570 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5545M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the A8-5545M versus 1.67 GHz on the Atom N570 — a 47.1% clock advantage for the A8-5545M (base: 1.7 GHz vs 1.66 GHz). The A8-5545M uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom N570 uses Pineview (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A8-5545M scores 1,628 against the Atom N570's 1,630 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom N570. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A8-5545M | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+62% | 1.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz+2% | 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 | Richland (2013−2014) | Pineview (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,628 | 1,630 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 288 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 786 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A8-5545M uses the FP2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom N570 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The A8-5545M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (A8-5545M) vs 1 (Atom N570). PCIe lanes: 16 (A8-5545M) vs 0 (Atom N570) — the A8-5545M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A8-5545M) and Intel NM10 (Atom N570).
| Feature | A8-5545M | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP2 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+700% | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A8-5545M) / not specified (Atom N570). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 8510G (A8-5545M) and Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N570) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-5545M targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: A8-5545M rivals Core i3-4000M.
| Feature | A8-5545M | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8510G | Intel GMA 3150 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | — |
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