Atom D425 vs Mobile Athlon 64 2700+
Atom D425
Mobile Athlon 64 2700+
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 D425 is positioned at rank 1088 and the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ is on rank 874, so the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom D425
Performance Per Dollar Mobile Athlon 64 2700+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom D425 | Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clawhammer (2001−2005) / Standard Node) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom D425 | Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Atom D425 and Mobile Athlon 64 2700+
Atom D425
The Atom D425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 385 points. Launch price was $993.
Mobile Athlon 64 2700+
The Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Agosto 2005 (20 years ago). It is based on the Clawhammer (2001−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512K. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 405 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom D425 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, matching the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+'s 1 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.83 GHz on the Atom D425 versus 1.6 GHz on the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ — a 13.4% clock advantage for the Atom D425. The Atom D425 uses the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ uses Clawhammer (2001−2005). In PassMark, the Atom D425 scores 385 against the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+'s 405 — a 5.1% lead for the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+.
| Feature | Atom D425 | Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 2 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.83 GHz+14% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512K |
| Process | 45 nm | — |
| Architecture | Pineview (2009−2011) | Clawhammer (2001−2005) |
| PassMark | 385 | 405+5% |
Memory & Platform
The Atom D425 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ uses 754 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Atom D425 versus 400 on the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ — the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ supports 197% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom D425 supports up to 4 GB of RAM compared to 2 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom D425) and 754 (Mobile Athlon 64 2700+).
| Feature | Atom D425 | Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | 754 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | 400+13233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB+209715100% | 2 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom D425) / false (Mobile Athlon 64 2700+). The Atom D425 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ rivals Pentium M 715.
| Feature | Atom D425 | Mobile Athlon 64 2700+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3150 | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | false |
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