Atom N450 vs Atom N435

Atom N450

1 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.67 GHz2009

Atom N435

1 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.33 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom N450

1 / 2

325

0.0%

335

+3.1%

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 N450 is positioned at rank 660 and the Atom N435 is on rank 646, so the Atom N435 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 N450

#648

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

903%

#649

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

890%

#650

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

817%

#651

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

813%

#652

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

805%

#654

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

778%

#655

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

746%

#656

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

745%

#657

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

725%

#660

Atom N450

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#662

Athlon II P360

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

100%

#665

Athlon X2 QL-64

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#666

Core 3 N350

MSRP: $225|Avg: $220

99%

#668

FX-7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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 Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Atom N450 leads in gaming performance. However, the Atom N435 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 3% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Atom N450	Atom N435
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Atom N450	Atom N435
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.

Atom N450 Benchmark Check

Atom N435 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom N450 and Atom N435

Atom N450

The Atom N450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 December 2009 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 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): 5.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 325 points. Launch price was $64.

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.

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Processing Power

Both the Atom N450 and Atom N435 share an identical 1-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.67 GHz on the Atom N450 versus 1.33 GHz on the Atom N435 — a 22.7% clock advantage for the Atom N450. Both are built on the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture using a 45 nm process. In PassMark, the Atom N450 scores 325 against the Atom N435's 335 — a 3% lead for the Atom N435.

Feature	Atom N450	Atom N435
Cores / Threads	1 / 2	1 / 2
Boost Clock	1.67 GHz+26%	1.33 GHz
Base Clock	1.66 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	—
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	512 kB
Process	45 nm	45 nm
Architecture	Pinetrail (2009−2011)	Pinetrail (2009−2011)
PassMark	325	335+3%

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the FCBGA559 socket with PCIe 2.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Atom N450 versus DDR3-800 on the Atom N435 — the Atom N435 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2 GB of RAM. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom N450) and Intel NM10 (Atom N435).

Feature	Atom N450	Atom N435
Socket	FCBGA559	FCBGA559
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR3-800+50%
Max RAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
RAM Channels	1	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	0

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Advanced Features

Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N450) and Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N435) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.