Atom x5-Z8300 vs Celeron J4125
Atom x5-Z8300
Celeron J4125
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-Z8300 is positioned at rank #4 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-Z8300
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x5-Z8300 | Celeron J4125 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x5-Z8300 | Celeron J4125 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Celeron J4125
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.
Celeron J4125
The Celeron J4125 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,936 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
Both the Atom x5-Z8300 and Celeron J4125 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.84 GHz on the Atom x5-Z8300 versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron J4125 — a 37.9% clock advantage for the Celeron J4125 (base: 1.44 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Atom x5-Z8300 uses the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron J4125 uses Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x5-Z8300 scores 2,934 against the Celeron J4125's 2,936 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron J4125. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom x5-Z8300 vs 4 MB on the Celeron J4125.
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Celeron J4125 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.84 GHz | 2.7 GHz+47% |
| Base Clock | 1.44 GHz | 2 GHz+39% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB (total)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) | Gemini Lake Refresh (2019) |
| PassMark | 2,934 | 2,936 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x5-Z8300 uses the UTFCBGA592 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron J4125 uses FCBGA1090 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-RS 1600 on the Atom x5-Z8300 versus 2400 on the Celeron J4125 — the Celeron J4125 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron J4125 supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 2 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x5-Z8300) vs 2 (Celeron J4125). PCIe lanes: 1 (Atom x5-Z8300) vs 6 (Celeron J4125) — the Celeron J4125 offers 5 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x5-Z8300) and BGA1090 (Celeron J4125).
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Celeron J4125 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | UTFCBGA592 | FCBGA1090 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-RS 1600 | 2400+79900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB+26214300% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 1 | 6+500% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom x5-Z8300) / true (Celeron J4125). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) (Atom x5-Z8300) and Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Celeron J4125) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron J4125 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1305G.
| Feature | Atom x5-Z8300 | Celeron J4125 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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