Atom N435 vs Ryzen 5 7600X

Atom N435

1 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.33 GHz2011

Ryzen 5 7600X

6 Cores12 Thrd105 WWMax: 5.3 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom N435

1 / 2

335

0.0%

28,325

+8355.2%

Ryzen Embedded V2718

Ryzen 5 6600HS

Ryzen Threadripper 1950

Ryzen 7 8840HS

Ryzen 9 7845HX

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX

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. The Atom N435 is positioned at rank #646 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 N435

#634

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

876%

#635

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

863%

#636

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

792%

#637

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

789%

#638

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

781%

#640

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

755%

#641

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

724%

#642

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

722%

#643

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

703%

#646

Atom N435

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#650

Core i5-1345UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

112%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

112%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

110%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

110%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

110%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

109%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

106%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

103%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

103%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

102%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

102%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

102%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

101%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

101%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

101%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

100%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

100%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

99%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

99%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

98%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

98%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

98%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

98%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

98%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

98%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

98%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

97%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

97%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

96%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

96%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 7600X (2022) utilizes 5 nm, 6 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom N435	Ryzen 5 7600X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom N435 (2011) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom N435	Ryzen 5 7600X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($178)

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.

Atom N435 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 7600X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom N435 and Ryzen 5 7600X

Atom N435

The Atom N435 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.33 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 335 points. Launch price was $69.

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.

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Processing Power

The Atom N435 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 5 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.33 GHz on the Atom N435 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X — a 119.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X. The Atom N435 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 N435 scores 335 against the Ryzen 5 7600X's 28,325 — a 195.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X.

Feature	Atom N435	Ryzen 5 7600X
Cores / Threads	1 / 2	6 / 12+500%
Boost Clock	1.33 GHz	5.3 GHz+298%
Base Clock	—	4.7 GHz
L3 Cache	—	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB	6 MB+1100%
Process	45 nm	5 nm, 6 nm-89%
Architecture	Pinetrail (2009−2011)	Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark	335	28,325+8355%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	15,300
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	13,800

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Memory & Platform

The Atom N435 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 N435 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 2 GB — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom N435) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 7600X). PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom N435) vs 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom N435) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X).

Feature	Atom N435	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	2 GB	128 GB+6300%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	28

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom N435) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N435) 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.