Atom x5-E8000 vs Ryzen 9 5900X
Atom x5-E8000
Ryzen 9 5900X
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 x5-E8000 is positioned at rank #18 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent 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 x5-E8000
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($18) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+61%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($18) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 x5-E8000 and Ryzen 9 5900X
Atom x5-E8000
The Atom x5-E8000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.04 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,219 points. Launch price was $39.
Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Atom x5-E8000 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.04 GHz on the Atom x5-E8000 versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 128.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X. The Atom x5-E8000 uses the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x5-E8000 scores 3,219 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 169.5% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom x5-E8000 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.
| Feature | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 12 / 24+200% |
| Boost Clock | 1.04 GHz | 4.8 GHz+362% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 64 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 3,219 | 38,955+1110% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,174 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,888 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Atom x5-E8000 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 5900X — the Ryzen 9 5900X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 5900X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Atom x5-E8000) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel FCBGA1170 (Atom x5-E8000) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 9 5900X).
| Feature | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 24+500% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom x5-E8000) / AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). The Atom x5-E8000 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Braswell)), while the Ryzen 9 5900X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) | — |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Atom x5-E8000 launched at $18 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549.
| Feature | Atom x5-E8000 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18-97% | $549 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $350 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2020 |
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