Atom N2600 vs Phenom X4 9750B
Atom N2600
Phenom X4 9750B
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 N2600 is positioned at rank 40 and the Phenom X4 9750B is on rank 1047, so the Atom N2600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom N2600
Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9750B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom N2600 | Phenom X4 9750B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($34) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cedarview-M (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom N2600 | Phenom X4 9750B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($34) |
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 N2600 and Phenom X4 9750B
Atom N2600
The Atom N2600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 December 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Cedarview-M (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 3.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,528 points. Launch price was $47.
Phenom X4 9750B
The Phenom X4 9750B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,520 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Atom N2600 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom X4 9750B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom X4 9750B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Atom N2600 versus 2.4 GHz on the Phenom X4 9750B — a 40% clock advantage for the Phenom X4 9750B. The Atom N2600 uses the Cedarview-M (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Phenom X4 9750B uses Agena (2007−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Atom N2600 scores 1,528 against the Phenom X4 9750B's 1,520 — a 0.5% lead for the Atom N2600. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom N2600 vs 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9750B.
| Feature | Atom N2600 | Phenom X4 9750B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.4 GHz+50% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Cedarview-M (2011−2012) | Agena (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,528 | 1,520 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom N2600 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Phenom X4 9750B uses AM2+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Atom N2600 versus DDR2-1066 on the Phenom X4 9750B — the Atom N2600 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Phenom X4 9750B supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom N2600) vs 2 (Phenom X4 9750B). PCIe lanes: 4 (Atom N2600) vs 16 (Phenom X4 9750B) — the Phenom X4 9750B offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom N2600) and AM2+,AM2 (Phenom X4 9750B).
| Feature | Atom N2600 | Phenom X4 9750B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | AM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800+50% | DDR2-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom N2600) / AMD-V (Phenom X4 9750B). The Atom N2600 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3600), while the Phenom X4 9750B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Phenom X4 9750B targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Atom N2600 | Phenom X4 9750B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3600 | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Desktop |
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