Atom x7405C vs Core i5-7500T

Atom x7405C

4 Cores4 Thrd12 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2024

Core i5-7500T

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom x7405C

4 / 4

5,218

+0.1%

5,215

0.0%

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 x7405C is positioned at rank 180 and the Core i5-7500T is on rank 665, so the Atom x7405C 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 x7405C

#49

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

100%

#168

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

354%

#169

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

349%

#170

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

320%

#171

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

319%

#172

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

316%

#174

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

305%

#175

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

293%

#176

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

292%

#177

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

284%

#180

Atom x7405C

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#193

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

98%

#195

Atom N475

MSRP: $75|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7500T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12073%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11407%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8283%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2495%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1976%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1729%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

990%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

977%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

890%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

890%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

880%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

856%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

844%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

841%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

833%

#390

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $1247

99%

#665

Core i5-7500T

MSRP: $202|Avg: $130

100%

#666

Core i5-4670

MSRP: $213|Avg: $65

100%

#667

Core i5-7400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $78

100%

#668

Core i5-4570S

MSRP: $195|Avg: $40

100%

#669

Pentium G2010

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

99%

#671

Core i5-6500TE

MSRP: $192|Avg: $60

99%

#673

Core i5-4430

MSRP: $182|Avg: $60

99%

#674

Celeron G550T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

99%

#675

Pentium G2130

MSRP: $75|Avg: $8

99%

#677

Core i5-4460S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $50

99%

#678

Core i7-6700K

MSRP: $350|Avg: $142

99%

#680

Pentium G3420T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $40

99%

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 x7405C (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom x7405C	Core i5-7500T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($130)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-7500T (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom x7405C	Core i5-7500T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($130)

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 x7405C Benchmark Check

Core i5-7500T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7405C and Core i5-7500T

Atom x7405C

The Atom x7405C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 5,218 points. Launch price was $57.

Core i5-7500T

The Core i5-7500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,215 points. Launch price was $202.

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Processing Power

Both the Atom x7405C and Core i5-7500T share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7405C versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-7500T — a 3% clock advantage for the Atom x7405C (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Atom x7405C uses the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-7500T uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7405C scores 5,218 against the Core i5-7500T's 5,215 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom x7405C. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Atom x7405C	Core i5-7500T
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+3%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	1.7 GHz	2.7 GHz+59%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)+700%	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm-29%	14 nm
Architecture	Amston Lake (2024−2025)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	5,218	5,215
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,100
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,023

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Memory & Platform

The Atom x7405C uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-7500T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7405C versus DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7500T — the Atom x7405C supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-7500T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x7405C) vs 2 (Core i5-7500T). PCIe lanes: 9 (Atom x7405C) vs 16 (Core i5-7500T) — the Core i5-7500T offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7405C) and 100-series,200-series (Core i5-7500T).

Feature	Atom x7405C	Core i5-7500T
Socket	FCBGA1264	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800+25%	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	64 GB+300%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	9	16+78%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom x7405C) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7500T). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Atom x7405C) and HD Graphics 630 (Core i5-7500T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7500T targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-7500T rivals Ryzen 3 1200.