CPU
GPU
Atom D2500
Pentium T2310
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 D2500 is positioned at rank 79 and the Pentium T2310 is on rank 1222, so the Atom D2500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom D2500
Performance Per Dollar Pentium T2310
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ More affordable ($14) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cedarview (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+210%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ More affordable ($14) |
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 D2500 and Pentium T2310
Atom D2500
The Atom D2500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Cedarview (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.87 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 605 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium T2310
The Pentium T2310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.46 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 625 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom D2500 is built on the Cedarview (2011−2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Atom D2500 scores 605 against the Pentium T2310's 625 — a 3.3% lead for the Pentium T2310. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom D2500 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium T2310.
| Feature | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 1.87 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 1.86 GHz+27% | 1.46 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Cedarview (2011−2012) | — |
| PassMark | 605 | 625+3% |
Memory & Platform
The Atom D2500 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium T2310 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Atom D2500 versus DDR2-667 on the Pentium T2310 — the Atom D2500 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (Atom D2500) vs 2 (Pentium T2310). PCIe lanes: 4 (Atom D2500) vs 0 (Pentium T2310) — the Atom D2500 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom D2500) / VT-x is missing (Pentium T2310). The Atom D2500 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3600), while the Pentium T2310 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium T2310 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3600 | — |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x is missing |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Atom D2500 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Pentium T2310 debuted at $150.
| Feature | Atom D2500 | Pentium T2310 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-72% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $14 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2007 |
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