CPU
GPU
Atom Z2760
A6-4455M
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 Z2760 is positioned at rank 529 and the A6-4455M is on rank 731, so the Atom Z2760 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom Z2760
Performance Per Dollar A6-4455M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | A6-4455M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cloverview (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | A6-4455M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Atom Z2760 and A6-4455M
Atom Z2760
The Atom Z2760 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Cloverview (2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 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: 1,697 points. Launch price was $69.
A6-4455M
The A6-4455M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,689 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Atom Z2760 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the A6-4455M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Atom Z2760 versus 2.6 GHz on the A6-4455M — a 36.4% clock advantage for the A6-4455M (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Atom Z2760 uses the Cloverview (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the A6-4455M uses Trinity (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z2760 scores 1,697 against the A6-4455M's 1,689 — a 0.5% lead for the Atom Z2760. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | A6-4455M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.6 GHz+44% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.1 GHz+17% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (total)+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Cloverview (2012) | Trinity (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,697 | 1,689 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 253 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom Z2760 uses the FC-MB4760 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A6-4455M uses FP2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR2-800 on the Atom Z2760 versus DDR3-1333 on the A6-4455M — the A6-4455M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-4455M supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom Z2760) vs 16 (A6-4455M) — the A6-4455M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | A6-4455M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FC-MB4760 | FP2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR2-800 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom Z2760) / AMD-V (A6-4455M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel GMA 3650 (Atom Z2760) and Radeon HD 7500G (A6-4455M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-4455M targets Thin and Light Laptop. Direct competitor: A6-4455M rivals Pentium 987.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | A6-4455M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3650 | Radeon HD 7500G |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Thin and Light Laptop |
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