Atom x7-Z8750 vs Core 2 Duo E8500

Atom x7-Z8750

4 Cores4 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.56 GHz2016

Core 2 Duo E8500

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.17 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom x7-Z8750

4 / 4

1,294

0.0%

1,297

+0.2%

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 x7-Z8750 is positioned at rank 664 and the Core 2 Duo E8500 is on rank 427, so the Core 2 Duo E8500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x7-Z8750

#652

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

907%

#653

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

894%

#654

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

820%

#655

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

817%

#656

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

809%

#658

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

781%

#659

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

749%

#660

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

748%

#661

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

728%

#664

Atom x7-Z8750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#665

Athlon X2 QL-64

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#666

Core 3 N350

MSRP: $225|Avg: $220

100%

#668

FX-7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E8500

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

6249%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

5905%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4287%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1292%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1023%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

895%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

513%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

506%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

461%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

461%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

455%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

443%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

437%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

435%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

431%

#343

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#344

Core i9-9900

MSRP: $423|Avg: $330

99%

#345

Core i9-9980XE

MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593

98%

#346

Core i7-10700K

MSRP: $387|Avg: $380

98%

#347

Celeron G5905T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

94%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

94%

#427

Core 2 Duo E8500

MSRP: $26|Avg: $26

100%

#429

Xeon E5-2618L v4

MSRP: $779|Avg: $33

100%

#434

Core i3-7320

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#435

Celeron G3930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $39

97%

#436

Ryzen 5 1500X

MSRP: $189|Avg: $67

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Atom x7-Z8750 (2016) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom x7-Z8750	Core 2 Duo E8500
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($26)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core 2 Duo E8500 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom x7-Z8750	Core 2 Duo E8500
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($26)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Atom x7-Z8750 Benchmark Check

Core 2 Duo E8500 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7-Z8750 and Core 2 Duo E8500

Atom x7-Z8750

The Atom x7-Z8750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.56 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1380. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,294 points. Launch price was $37.

Core 2 Duo E8500

The Core 2 Duo E8500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.16 GHz, with boost up to 3.17 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,297 points. Launch price was $249.

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Processing Power

The Atom x7-Z8750 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo E8500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Atom x7-Z8750 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.56 GHz on the Atom x7-Z8750 versus 3.17 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8500 — a 21.3% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8500 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.16 GHz). The Atom x7-Z8750 uses the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E8500 uses Wolfdale (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7-Z8750 scores 1,294 against the Core 2 Duo E8500's 1,297 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8500. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Atom x7-Z8750	Core 2 Duo E8500
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.56 GHz	3.17 GHz+24%
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	3.16 GHz+98%
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB	6 MB (total)+200%
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Cherry Trail (2015−2016)	Wolfdale (2008−2010)
PassMark	1,294	1,297

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Memory & Platform

The Atom x7-Z8750 uses the UTFCBGA1380 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core 2 Duo E8500 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-1600 on the Atom x7-Z8750 versus 1333 on the Core 2 Duo E8500 — the Core 2 Duo E8500 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Duo E8500 supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 2 (Atom x7-Z8750) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo E8500) — the Core 2 Duo E8500 offers 14 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x7-Z8750) and P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E8500).

Feature	Atom x7-Z8750	Core 2 Duo E8500
Socket	UTFCBGA1380	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-1600	1333+44333%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB+52428700%	16
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	2	16+700%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom x7-Z8750) / true (Core 2 Duo E8500). The Atom x7-Z8750 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)), while the Core 2 Duo E8500 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E8500 rivals Phenom II X2 550.