Atom x5-Z8300 vs Athlon II X4 620e
Atom x5-Z8300
Athlon II X4 620e
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Atom x5-Z8300 is positioned at rank 4 and the Athlon II X4 620e is on rank 605, so the Atom x5-Z8300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-Z8300
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 620e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+102%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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-Z8300 and Athlon II X4 620e
Atom x5-Z8300
The Atom x5-Z8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.44 GHz, with boost up to 1.84 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA592. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,934 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X4 620e
The Athlon II X4 620e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,906 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Atom x5-Z8300 and Athlon II X4 620e share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.84 GHz on the Atom x5-Z8300 versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620e — a 34.2% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 620e (base: 1.44 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Atom x5-Z8300 uses the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon II X4 620e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x5-Z8300 scores 2,934 against the Athlon II X4 620e's 2,906 — a 1% lead for the Atom x5-Z8300. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.84 GHz | 2.6 GHz+41% |
| Base Clock | 1.44 GHz | 2.6 GHz+81% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,934 | 2,906 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x5-Z8300 uses the UTFCBGA592 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 620e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-RS 1600 memory speed. The Athlon II X4 620e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x5-Z8300) vs 2 (Athlon II X4 620e). PCIe lanes: 1 (Atom x5-Z8300) vs 0 (Athlon II X4 620e) — the Atom x5-Z8300 offers 1 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x5-Z8300) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X4 620e).
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | UTFCBGA592 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-RS 1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 32 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 1 | 0 |
Advanced Features
The Atom x5-Z8300 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)), while the Athlon II X4 620e requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) | — |
Value Analysis
The Atom x5-Z8300 launched at $20 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 620e debuted at $99.
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20-80% | $99 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $40 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2011 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Atom x5-Z8300 and Athlon II X4 620e
