Atom Z3770
VS
Turion 64 ML-28

Atom Z3770 vs Turion 64 ML-28

Intel

Atom Z3770

4 Cores4 Thrd8 WWMax: 2.39 GHz2013
VS
AMD

Turion 64 ML-28

1 Cores1 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2005

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 Z3770 is positioned at rank 702 and the Turion 64 ML-28 is on rank 556, so the Turion 64 ML-28 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 Z3770

#689
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
987%
#690
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
972%
#691
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
893%
#692
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
889%
#693
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
881%
#695
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
850%
#696
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
815%
#697
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
814%
#698
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
792%
#702
Atom Z3770
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#704
C-60
MSRP: $50|Avg: $20
100%
#711
Core i7-10850H
MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 ML-28

#176
Core i9-13900HK
MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A
98%
#544
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
733%
#545
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
722%
#546
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
663%
#547
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
660%
#548
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
654%
#550
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
632%
#551
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
606%
#552
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
605%
#553
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
588%
#556
Turion 64 ML-28
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#557
Pentium P6200
MSRP: $60|Avg: $25
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Atom Z3770 (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightAtom Z3770Turion 64 ML-28
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) / 22 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Lancaster (2005−2006) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Turion 64 ML-28 (2005) relies on 90 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightAtom Z3770Turion 64 ML-28
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 Z3770 and Turion 64 ML-28

Intel

Atom Z3770

The Atom Z3770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.46 GHz, with boost up to 2.39 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1380. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,189 points. Launch price was $37.

AMD

Turion 64 ML-28

The Turion 64 ML-28 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,201 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Atom Z3770 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Turion 64 ML-28 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Atom Z3770 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.39 GHz on the Atom Z3770 versus 1.6 GHz on the Turion 64 ML-28 — a 39.6% clock advantage for the Atom Z3770. The Atom Z3770 uses the Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Turion 64 ML-28 uses Lancaster (2005−2006) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z3770 scores 1,189 against the Turion 64 ML-28's 1,201 — a 1% lead for the Turion 64 ML-28. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureAtom Z3770Turion 64 ML-28
Cores / Threads
4 / 4+300%
1 / 1
Boost Clock
2.39 GHz+49%
1.6 GHz
Base Clock
1.46 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
512 kB
Process
22 nm-76%
90 nm
Architecture
Bay Trail-T (2013−2014)
Lancaster (2005−2006)
PassMark
1,189
1,201+1%
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Memory & Platform

The Atom Z3770 uses the UTFCBGA1380 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Turion 64 ML-28 uses 754 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureAtom Z3770Turion 64 ML-28
Socket
UTFCBGA1380
754
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
LPDDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity
4 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
0
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Advanced Features

The Atom Z3770 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Turion 64 ML-28 requires a dedicated GPU.

FeatureAtom Z3770Turion 64 ML-28
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)