Athlon II X4 620e vs Atom x5-Z8300
Athlon II X4 620e
Atom x5-Z8300
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 Athlon II X4 620e is positioned at rank 605 and the Atom x5-Z8300 is on rank 4, so the Atom x5-Z8300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 620e
Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-Z8300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+102%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 Athlon II X4 620e and Atom x5-Z8300
Athlon II X4 620e
The Athlon II X4 620e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,906 points. Launch price was $149.
Atom x5-Z8300
The Atom x5-Z8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.44 GHz, with boost up to 1.84 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA592. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,934 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X4 620e and Atom x5-Z8300 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620e versus 1.84 GHz on the Atom x5-Z8300 — a 34.2% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 620e (base: 2.6 GHz vs 1.44 GHz). The Athlon II X4 620e uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom x5-Z8300 uses Cherry Trail (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 620e scores 2,906 against the Atom x5-Z8300's 2,934 — a 1% lead for the Atom x5-Z8300. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+41% | 1.84 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+81% | 1.44 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,906 | 2,934 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 620e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x5-Z8300 uses UTFCBGA592 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Athlon II X4 620e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Athlon II X4 620e) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8300). PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X4 620e) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8300) — the Atom x5-Z8300 offers 1 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM3 (Athlon II X4 620e) and Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x5-Z8300).
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | UTFCBGA592 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3L-RS 1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+1500% | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 1 |
Advanced Features
The Atom x5-Z8300 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)), while the Athlon II X4 620e requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 620e launched at $99 MSRP, while the Atom x5-Z8300 debuted at $20.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Atom x5-Z8300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $20-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | — |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2015 |
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