Atom Z2580
VS
Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Atom Z2580 vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Intel

Atom Z2580

2 Cores4 Thrd3 WWMax: 2 GHz2013
VS
AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023

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 Z2580 is positioned at rank #9 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 Z2580

#4
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
113%
#5
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
111%
#6
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
102%
#7
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
101%
#8
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
100%
#9
Atom Z2580
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#10
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
97%
#11
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
93%
#12
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
93%
#13
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
90%
#17
Core i3-350M
MSRP: $130|Avg: $10
83%
#18
Atom x5-E8000
MSRP: $18|Avg: N/A
82%
#19
Core 2 Duo T5900
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5
81%
#22
Core i3-3130M
MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A
73%
#23
Core 2 Duo T5550
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5
70%
#24
Core 2 Duo T7100
MSRP: $197|Avg: $15
70%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D

#197
Ryzen 5 5600X3D
MSRP: $229|Avg: $229
107%
#198
Core i3-9350KF
MSRP: $173|Avg: $80
106%
#199
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
MSRP: $220|Avg: $220
106%
#200
Core i3-9300
MSRP: $143|Avg: $75
106%
#201
Ryzen 7 3800XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $249
105%
#202
Core i5-11400T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $140
104%
#203
Core i3-10305
MSRP: $149|Avg: $100
103%
#204
Core i3-9320
MSRP: $154|Avg: $80
103%
#205
Core i3-10105
MSRP: $122|Avg: $90
103%
#206
Core i3-13100E
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
102%
#207
Core i9-13900F
MSRP: $524|Avg: $536
102%
#208
Processor 300
MSRP: $82|Avg: $80
102%
#209
Ryzen 5 2600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $145
102%
#210
Ryzen 5 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $80
101%
#211
Core i9-14900KS
MSRP: $749|Avg: $670
101%
#212
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
MSRP: $449|Avg: $384
100%
#213
Core i3-8100T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $59
100%
#214
Core i7-13700E
MSRP: $390|Avg: $380
100%
#215
Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G
MSRP: $430|Avg: $270
99%
#216
Core i7-9700
MSRP: $333|Avg: $150
99%
#217
Core i5-13500TE
MSRP: $235|Avg: $250
98%
#218
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
MSRP: $294|Avg: $76
98%
#219
Ryzen 7 PRO 5845
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#220
Athlon PRO 300GE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#221
Athlon Gold 3150G
MSRP: $100|Avg: $80
97%
#222
Core i7-9800X
MSRP: $589|Avg: $210
97%
#223
Ryzen 7 4700G
MSRP: $299|Avg: $235
96%
#224
Ryzen 9 5900
MSRP: $549|Avg: $395
96%
#225
Ryzen 5 7600X3D
MSRP: $299|Avg: $300
96%
#226
Ryzen 5 1600X
MSRP: $249|Avg: $144
59%
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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightAtom Z2580Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Clovertrail (2013) / 32 nm)
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom Z2580 (2013) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightAtom Z2580Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)

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 Z2580 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Intel

Atom Z2580

The Atom Z2580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Clovertrail (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FC-MB4760. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,303 points. Launch price was $69.

AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.

Processing Power

The Atom Z2580 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Atom Z2580 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 85.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. The Atom Z2580 uses the Clovertrail (2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z2580 scores 1,303 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 185.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom Z2580 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.

FeatureAtom Z2580Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
8 / 16+300%
Boost Clock
2 GHz
5 GHz+150%
Base Clock
4.4 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
96 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
1 MB (per core)+100%
Process
32 nm
5 nm-84%
Architecture
Clovertrail (2013)
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark
1,303
34,293+2532%
Cinebench R23 Multi
18,500
Geekbench 6 Single
2,700
Geekbench 6 Multi
15,000
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Memory & Platform

The Atom Z2580 uses the FC-MB4760 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR2-1066 on the Atom Z2580 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 85.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom Z2580) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA1264 (Atom Z2580) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D).

FeatureAtom Z2580Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Socket
FC-MB4760
AM5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed
LPDDR2-1066
DDR5-5200+150%
Max RAM Capacity
2 GB
128 GB+6300%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
0
28
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom Z2580) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Both include integrated graphics PowerVR SGX544MP2 (Atom Z2580) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.

FeatureAtom Z2580Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
PowerVR SGX544MP2
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
Unlocked
Yes
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V
Target Use
Gaming