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Atom Z2760
Pentium G2020
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Pentium G2020 is on rank 648, 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 Pentium G2020
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | Pentium G2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Cloverview (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom Z2760 | Pentium G2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 Pentium G2020
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.
Pentium G2020
The Pentium G2020 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,705 points. Launch price was $60.
Processing Power
The Atom Z2760 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G2020's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Atom Z2760 versus 2.9 GHz on the Pentium G2020 — a 46.8% clock advantage for the Pentium G2020 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Atom Z2760 uses the Cloverview (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium G2020 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z2760 scores 1,697 against the Pentium G2020's 1,705 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium G2020. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom Z2760 vs 3072 kB (total) on the Pentium G2020.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Pentium G2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+61% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+61% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3072 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Cloverview (2012) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,697 | 1,705 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom Z2760 uses the FC-MB4760 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G2020 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Pentium G2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FC-MB4760 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR2-800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | — |
Advanced Features
The Atom Z2760 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3650), while the Pentium G2020 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Atom Z2760 | Pentium G2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel GMA 3650 | — |
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