Atom N470 vs Athlon XP 2800+

Atom N470

1 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.83 GHz2010

Athlon XP 2800+

1 Cores1 Thrd74 WWMax: 2.25 GHz2001

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom N470

1 / 2

385

+1.3%

380

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 N470 is positioned at rank 966 and the Athlon XP 2800+ is on rank 1125, so the Atom N470 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 N470

#954

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1905%

#955

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1877%

#956

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1723%

#957

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1716%

#958

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1700%

#960

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1642%

#961

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1574%

#962

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1571%

#963

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1529%

#966

Atom N470

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

99%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

99%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

99%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

98%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon XP 2800+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

308629%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

291624%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

211743%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

63789%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

50528%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

44202%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

25317%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

24986%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

22750%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

22749%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

22494%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

21887%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

21581%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

21494%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

21299%

#1125

Athlon XP 2800+

MSRP: $375|Avg: $35

100%

#1126

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

97%

#1127

Athlon XP 3200+

MSRP: $464|Avg: $40

95%

#1128

Pentium III 1400

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

90%

#1129

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

90%

#1130

Pentium III 1400S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

90%

#1131

Athlon XP 1800+

MSRP: $252|Avg: $30

88%

#1132

Athlon XP 1900+

MSRP: $269|Avg: $20

87%

#1133

Athlon 64 FX-51

MSRP: $733|Avg: $733

83%

#1134

Athlon 64 FX-55

MSRP: $827|Avg: $50

82%

#1135

Athlon 64 FX-53

MSRP: $799|Avg: $15

80%

#1136

Athlon XP 2000+

MSRP: $339|Avg: $40

73%

#1137

Athlon 64 FX-57

MSRP: $1031|Avg: $200

69%

#1138

Athlon XP 3000+

MSRP: $588|Avg: $20

68%

#1139

Athlon XP 2100+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $30

62%

#1140

Pentium III 1266S

MSRP: $369|Avg: $20

56%

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 Atom N470 (2010) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR2, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom N470	Athlon XP 2800+
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Barton (2001−2004) / 130 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon XP 2800+ (2001) relies on 130 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom N470	Athlon XP 2800+
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)

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 N470 Benchmark Check

Athlon XP 2800+ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom N470 and Athlon XP 2800+

Atom N470

The Atom N470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.83 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): 6.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 385 points. Launch price was $75.

Athlon XP 2800+

The Athlon XP 2800+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Barton (2001−2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.25 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: A. Thermal design power (TDP): 74 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 380 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Atom N470 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, matching the Athlon XP 2800+'s 1 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.83 GHz on the Atom N470 versus 2.25 GHz on the Athlon XP 2800+ — a 20.6% clock advantage for the Athlon XP 2800+. The Atom N470 uses the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon XP 2800+ uses Barton (2001−2004) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Atom N470 scores 385 against the Athlon XP 2800+'s 380 — a 1.3% lead for the Atom N470. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Atom N470	Athlon XP 2800+
Cores / Threads	1 / 2	1 / 1
Boost Clock	1.83 GHz	2.25 GHz+23%
Base Clock	1.83 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K
Process	45 nm-65%	130 nm
Architecture	Pineview (2009−2011)	Barton (2001−2004)
PassMark	385+1%	380
Geekbench 6 Single	—	250
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	250

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Memory & Platform

The Atom N470 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon XP 2800+ uses A (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Atom N470 versus DDR-333 on the Athlon XP 2800+ — the Atom N470 supports -202.4% 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 N470) and KT400,nForce2 Ultra 400 (Athlon XP 2800+).

Feature	Atom N470	Athlon XP 2800+
Socket	FCBGA559	A
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
RAM Channels	1	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom N470) / None (Athlon XP 2800+). The Atom N470 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Athlon XP 2800+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon XP 2800+ targets Legacy Desktop.