Atom x7835RE
VS
Xeon E5-2448L

Atom x7835RE vs Xeon E5-2448L

Intel

Atom x7835RE

8 Cores8 Thrd12 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2024
VS
Intel

Xeon E5-2448L

8 Cores16 Thrd70 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2012

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 x7835RE is positioned at rank 32 and the Xeon E5-2448L is on rank 434, so the Atom x7835RE 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 x7835RE

#20
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
173%
#21
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
170%
#22
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
156%
#23
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
156%
#24
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
154%
#26
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
149%
#27
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
143%
#28
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
142%
#29
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
139%
#32
Atom x7835RE
MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A
100%
#33
Core 2 Duo P8400
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
98%
#38
Core 2 Duo T8100
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
91%
#39
Atom 330
MSRP: $43|Avg: $30
90%
#43
Core 2 Duo SU7300
MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2448L

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
6136%
#5
Xeon W-11865MRE
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
96%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
1159%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
1029%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
795%
#282
Xeon w5-3525
MSRP: $1339|Avg: $1392
100%
#283
Xeon W-1290T
MSRP: $546|Avg: $494
100%
#284
Xeon D-1581
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#285
Xeon w5-3535X
MSRP: $1699|Avg: N/A
97%
#286
Xeon w5-2465X
MSRP: $1389|Avg: $1499
96%
#287
EPYC 9355P
MSRP: $2998|Avg: $3026
96%
#288
Xeon w7-2595X
MSRP: $2039|Avg: $1600
96%
#289
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
MSRP: $2899|Avg: $2699.99
95%
#434
Xeon E5-2448L
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
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 x7835RE (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightAtom x7835REXeon E5-2448L
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($127)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2448L (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightAtom x7835REXeon E5-2448L
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($127)
More affordable ($0)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7835RE and Xeon E5-2448L

Intel

Atom x7835RE

The Atom x7835RE 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 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 6,795 points. Launch price was $127.

Intel

Xeon E5-2448L

The Xeon E5-2448L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 70 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,774 points. Launch price was $800.

Processing Power

The Atom x7835RE packs 8 cores / 8 threads, matching the Xeon E5-2448L's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Atom x7835RE versus 2.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2448L — a 52.6% clock advantage for the Atom x7835RE (base: 1.3 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Atom x7835RE uses the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon E5-2448L uses Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7835RE scores 6,795 against the Xeon E5-2448L's 6,774 — a 0.3% lead for the Atom x7835RE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7835RE vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2448L.

FeatureAtom x7835REXeon E5-2448L
Cores / Threads
8 / 8
8 / 16
Boost Clock
3.6 GHz+71%
2.1 GHz
Base Clock
1.3 GHz
1.8 GHz+38%
L3 Cache
6 MB (total)
20480 kB (total)+233%
L2 Cache
2 MB (per module)+700%
256 kB (per core)
Process
10 nm-69%
32 nm
Architecture
Amston Lake (2024−2025)
Sandy Bridge-EN (2012)
PassMark
6,795
6,774
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Memory & Platform

The Atom x7835RE uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E5-2448L uses LGA1356 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureAtom x7835REXeon E5-2448L
Socket
FCBGA1264
LGA1356
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+100%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-4800
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB
RAM Channels
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
9
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Advanced Features

The Atom x7835RE includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (32EU)), while the Xeon E5-2448L requires a dedicated GPU.

FeatureAtom x7835REXeon E5-2448L
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel UHD Graphics (32EU)