Atom x7-E3950 vs Core Duo T2700
Atom x7-E3950
Core Duo T2700
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 x7-E3950 is positioned at rank 480 and the Core Duo T2700 is on rank 1233, so the Atom x7-E3950 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Atom x7-E3950
Performance Per Dollar Core Duo T2700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x7-E3950 | Core Duo T2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($663) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x7-E3950 | Core Duo T2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($663) |
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 x7-E3950 and Core Duo T2700
Atom x7-E3950
The Atom x7-E3950 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,864 points. Launch price was $57.
Core Duo T2700
The Core Duo T2700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,860 points. Launch price was $663.
Processing Power
The Atom x7-E3950 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core Duo T2700 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Atom x7-E3950 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Atom x7-E3950 versus 2.33 GHz on the Core Duo T2700 — a 15.2% clock advantage for the Core Duo T2700 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.33 GHz). The Atom x7-E3950 uses the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core Duo T2700 uses Yonah (2005−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7-E3950 scores 1,864 against the Core Duo T2700's 1,860 — a 0.2% lead for the Atom x7-E3950. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 245 vs 200, a 20.2% lead for the Atom x7-E3950 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Atom x7-E3950 | Core Duo T2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.33 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.33 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 2 MB |
| Process | 14 nm-78% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) | Yonah (2005−2006) |
| PassMark | 1,864 | 1,860 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 245+23% | 200 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 350 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x7-E3950 uses the FCBGA1296 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Duo T2700 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4-2400 on the Atom x7-E3950 versus DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2700 — the Atom x7-E3950 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom x7-E3950 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Atom x7-E3950) vs 2 (Core Duo T2700). PCIe lanes: 6 (Atom x7-E3950) vs 0 (Core Duo T2700) — the Atom x7-E3950 offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Apollo Lake (Atom x7-E3950) and 945GM,945PM,945GME (Core Duo T2700).
| Feature | Atom x7-E3950 | Core Duo T2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1296 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4-2400+100% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Atom x7-E3950) vs VT-x (Core Duo T2700). The Atom x7-E3950 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 505), while the Core Duo T2700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Duo T2700 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core Duo T2700 rivals Core 2 Duo T5600.
| Feature | Atom x7-E3950 | Core Duo T2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 505 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Laptop |
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