Atom D510
VS
Opteron 146

Atom D510 vs Opteron 146

Intel

Atom D510

2 Cores4 Thrd13 WWMax: 1.67 GHz2009
VS
AMD

Opteron 146

1 Cores1 Thrd89 WWMax: 2 GHz2003

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 Opteron 146 is on rank 789, so the Atom D510 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Atom D510

#187
Core Ultra 9 288V
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
97%
#614
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
838%
#615
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
826%
#616
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
758%
#617
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
755%
#618
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
748%
#620
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
722%
#621
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
693%
#622
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
691%
#623
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
673%
#626
Atom D510
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#628
Core i5-1335UE
MSRP: $312|Avg: $312
100%
#638
Celeron Dual-Core T1400
MSRP: $80|Avg: $10
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 146

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
16455%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
3107%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
2760%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
2132%
#456
EPYC 9575F
MSRP: $11791|Avg: $9238
99%
#457
EPYC 7642
MSRP: $4775|Avg: $850
98%
#458
EPYC 7573X
MSRP: $5590|Avg: $3580
98%
#459
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497
97%
#789
Opteron 146
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#796
Xeon E-2276M
MSRP: $939|Avg: $124
98%
#797
Xeon W3580
MSRP: $294|Avg: $30
98%
#798
Xeon W3690
MSRP: $583|Avg: $140
98%
#800
Xeon E5-2428L
MSRP: $692|Avg: $42
97%
#803
Opteron 6380
MSRP: $551|Avg: $111
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Atom D510 (2009) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR2, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightAtom D510Opteron 146
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm)
🛑 Legacy (SledgeHammer (2003−2005) / 130 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 146 (2003) relies on 130 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightAtom D510Opteron 146
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 Opteron 146

Intel

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.

AMD

Opteron 146

The Opteron 146 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Setembro 2003 (22 years ago). It is based on the SledgeHammer (2003−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 940. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 505 points. Launch price was $60.

Processing Power

The Atom D510 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 146 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Atom D510 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.67 GHz on the Atom D510 versus 2 GHz on the Opteron 146 — a 18% clock advantage for the Opteron 146. The Atom D510 uses the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Opteron 146 uses SledgeHammer (2003−2005) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Atom D510 scores 525 against the Opteron 146's 505 — a 3.9% lead for the Atom D510. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureAtom D510Opteron 146
Cores / Threads
2 / 4+100%
1 / 1
Boost Clock
1.67 GHz
2 GHz+20%
Base Clock
1.66 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)
1 MB+100%
Process
45 nm-65%
130 nm
Architecture
Pineview (2009−2011)
SledgeHammer (2003−2005)
PassMark
525+4%
505
Geekbench 6 Single
130
Geekbench 6 Multi
350
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Memory & Platform

The Atom D510 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Opteron 146 uses 940 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureAtom D510Opteron 146
Socket
FCBGA559
940
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity
4 GB
RAM Channels
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
4
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: None (Atom D510) / not specified (Opteron 146). The Atom D510 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Opteron 146 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Atom D510 targets Nettop.

FeatureAtom D510Opteron 146
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel GMA 3150
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
None
Target Use
Nettop