CPU
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Atom D510
Atom E3826
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 D510 is positioned at rank 626 and the Atom E3826 is on rank 922, so the Atom D510 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom D510
Performance Per Dollar Atom E3826
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom D510 | Atom E3826 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Bay Trail-I (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom D510 | Atom E3826 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 D510 and Atom E3826
Atom D510
The Atom D510 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 December 2009 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 525 points. Launch price was $97.
Atom E3826
The Atom E3826 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 October 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-I (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.47 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 545 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom D510 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Atom E3826's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.67 GHz on the Atom D510 versus 1.47 GHz on the Atom E3826 — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Atom D510. The Atom D510 uses the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom E3826 uses Bay Trail-I (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Atom D510 scores 525 against the Atom E3826's 545 — a 3.7% lead for the Atom E3826. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Atom D510 | Atom E3826 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.67 GHz+14% | 1.47 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.66 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Pineview (2009−2011) | Bay Trail-I (2013) |
| PassMark | 525 | 545+4% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 130 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 350 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Atom D510 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom E3826 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Atom D510 versus DDR3L-1066 on the Atom E3826 — the Atom E3826 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom E3826 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom D510) vs 2 (Atom E3826). Both provide 4 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: NM10 (Atom D510) and Intel FCBGA1170 (Atom E3826).
| Feature | Atom D510 | Atom E3826 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3L-1066+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: None (Atom D510) / not specified (Atom E3826). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3150 (Atom D510) and Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) (Atom E3826) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Atom D510 targets Nettop.
| Feature | Atom D510 | Atom E3826 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3150 | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | None | — |
| Target Use | Nettop | — |
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