Atom N2800 vs A6 Pro-7050B
Atom N2800
A6 Pro-7050B
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 N2800 is positioned at rank 147 and the A6 Pro-7050B is on rank 921, so the Atom N2800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom N2800
Performance Per Dollar A6 Pro-7050B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cedarview-M (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+402%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 N2800 and A6 Pro-7050B
Atom N2800
The Atom N2800 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 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.87 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 6.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,829 points. Launch price was $47.
A6 Pro-7050B
The A6 Pro-7050B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,820 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom N2800 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the A6 Pro-7050B's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.87 GHz on the Atom N2800 versus 3 GHz on the A6 Pro-7050B — a 46.4% clock advantage for the A6 Pro-7050B (base: 1.86 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Atom N2800 uses the Cedarview-M (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the A6 Pro-7050B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Atom N2800 scores 1,829 against the A6 Pro-7050B's 1,820 — a 0.5% lead for the Atom N2800.
| Feature | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.87 GHz | 3 GHz+60% |
| Base Clock | 1.86 GHz | 2.2 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1024 kB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 28 nm-13% |
| Architecture | Cedarview-M (2011−2012) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,829 | 1,820 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom N2800 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A6 Pro-7050B uses FP3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The A6 Pro-7050B supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom N2800) vs 2 (A6 Pro-7050B). PCIe lanes: 4 (Atom N2800) vs 16 (A6 Pro-7050B) — the A6 Pro-7050B offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom N2800) and AMD FP3 (A6 Pro-7050B).
| Feature | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | FP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3650 (Atom N2800) and AMD Radeon R4 (A6 Pro-7050B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3650 | AMD Radeon R4 |
Value Analysis
The Atom N2800 launched at $47 MSRP, while the A6 Pro-7050B debuted at $100. At current prices ($3 vs $15), the Atom N2800 is $12 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Atom N2800 delivers 609.7 pts/$ vs 121.3 pts/$ for the A6 Pro-7050B — making the Atom N2800 the 133.6% better value option.
| Feature | Atom N2800 | A6 Pro-7050B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47-53% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3-80% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 609.7+403% | 121.3 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2014 |
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