Atom N470 vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Atom N470
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Ryzen 9 7950X3D
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. The Atom N470 is positioned at rank #966 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom N470
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom N470 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom N470 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
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 N470 and Ryzen 9 7950X3D
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.
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Atom N470 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 15 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.83 GHz on the Atom N470 versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — a 102.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D (base: 1.83 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Atom N470 uses the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Atom N470 scores 385 against the Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 62,323 — a 197.5% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom N470 vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
| Feature | Atom N470 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 2 | 16 / 32+1500% |
| Boost Clock | 1.83 GHz | 5.7 GHz+211% |
| Base Clock | 1.83 GHz | 4.2 GHz+130% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-89% |
| Architecture | Pineview (2009−2011) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 385 | 62,323+16088% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,581 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,926 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 19,643 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom N470 uses the FCBGA559 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Atom N470 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports 85.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom N470) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom N470) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D) — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel NM10 (Atom N470) and AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D).
| Feature | Atom N470 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA559 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR5-5200+150% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 128 GB+6300% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom N470) / true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3150 (Atom N470) and Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 9 7950X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.
| Feature | Atom N470 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3150 | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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