Atom 330 vs A8 Pro-7150B
Atom 330
A8 Pro-7150B
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 Atom 330 is positioned at rank 39 and the A8 Pro-7150B is on rank 1073, so the Atom 330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom 330
Performance Per Dollar A8 Pro-7150B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Diamondville (2008−2009) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ 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 Atom 330 and A8 Pro-7150B
Atom 330
The Atom 330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Diamondville (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 0.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PBGA437. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,530 points. Launch price was $43.
A8 Pro-7150B
The A8 Pro-7150B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,541 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom 330 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8 Pro-7150B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8 Pro-7150B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.1 GHz on the Atom 330 versus 3.2 GHz on the A8 Pro-7150B — a 187.9% clock advantage for the A8 Pro-7150B (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Atom 330 uses the Diamondville (2008−2009) architecture (45 nm), while the A8 Pro-7150B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Atom 330 scores 1,530 against the A8 Pro-7150B's 1,541 — a 0.7% lead for the A8 Pro-7150B.
| Feature | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 0.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+3100% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.9 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4096 kB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Diamondville (2008−2009) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,530 | 1,541 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom 330 uses the PBGA437 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A8 Pro-7150B uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Atom 330 versus DDR3-1600 on the A8 Pro-7150B — the A8 Pro-7150B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8 Pro-7150B supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom 330) vs 2 (A8 Pro-7150B). PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom 330) vs 16 (A8 Pro-7150B) — the A8 Pro-7150B offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA437 (Atom 330) and AMD BGA soldered (A8 Pro-7150B).
| Feature | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PBGA437 | FP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-533 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
The A8 Pro-7150B includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon R5), while the Atom 330 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon R5 |
Value Analysis
The Atom 330 launched at $43 MSRP, while the A8 Pro-7150B debuted at $150. At current prices ($30 vs $20), the A8 Pro-7150B is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Atom 330 delivers 51.0 pts/$ vs 77.0 pts/$ for the A8 Pro-7150B — making the A8 Pro-7150B the 40.7% better value option.
| Feature | Atom 330 | A8 Pro-7150B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43-71% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $20-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.0 | 77.0+51% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2014 |
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