Atom D525 vs Ryzen 5 7600X
Atom D525
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Ryzen 5 7600X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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. The Atom D525 is positioned at rank #31 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom D525
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($63) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+487%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($63) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) |
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 D525 and Ryzen 5 7600X
Atom D525
The Atom D525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,707 points. Launch price was $63.
Ryzen 5 7600X
The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Atom D525 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.83 GHz on the Atom D525 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X — a 97.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 1.8 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The Atom D525 uses the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Atom D525 scores 1,707 against the Ryzen 5 7600X's 28,325 — a 177.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom D525 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X.
| Feature | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 1.83 GHz | 5.3 GHz+190% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 4.7 GHz+161% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 6 MB+1100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-89% |
| Architecture | Pinetrail (2009−2011) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 1,707 | 28,325+1559% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 15,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 13,800 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom D525 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Atom D525 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom D525) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 7600X). PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom D525) vs 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom D525) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X).
| Feature | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | DDR5-5200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom D525) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3150 (Atom D525) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 5 7600X) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3150 | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Atom D525 launched at $63 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 7600X debuted at $299.
| Feature | Atom D525 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $63-79% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $178 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2022 |
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