Atom 330 vs Atom N2600
Atom 330
Atom N2600
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 Atom N2600 is on rank 40, 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 Atom N2600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom 330 | Atom N2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Diamondville (2008−2009) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Cedarview-M (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom 330 | Atom N2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Atom N2600
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.
Atom N2600
The Atom N2600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Cedarview-M (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 3.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,528 points. Launch price was $47.
Processing Power
Both the Atom 330 and Atom N2600 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.1 GHz on the Atom 330 versus 1.6 GHz on the Atom N2600 — a 176.5% clock advantage for the Atom N2600 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Atom 330 uses the Diamondville (2008−2009) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom N2600 uses Cedarview-M (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Atom 330 scores 1,530 against the Atom N2600's 1,528 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom 330. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Atom 330 | Atom N2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 0.1 GHz | 1.6 GHz+1500% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Diamondville (2008−2009) | Cedarview-M (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 1,530 | 1,528 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom 330 uses the PBGA437 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom N2600 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Atom 330 versus DDR3-800 on the Atom N2600 — the Atom N2600 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom 330 supports up to 4 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom 330) vs 4 (Atom N2600) — the Atom N2600 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA437 (Atom 330) and Intel NM10 (Atom N2600).
| Feature | Atom 330 | Atom N2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PBGA437 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-533 | DDR3-800+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
The Atom N2600 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3600), while the Atom 330 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Atom 330 | Atom N2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel GMA 3600 |
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