Atom Z500 vs Ryzen 5 5600X

Atom Z500

1 Cores1 Thrd650 WWMax: 0.8 GHz2008

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom Z500

1 / 1

165

0.0%

21,845

+13139.4%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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 Z500 is positioned at rank #946 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 Z500

#934

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1778%

#935

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1752%

#936

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1608%

#937

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1601%

#938

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1587%

#940

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1532%

#941

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1469%

#942

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1467%

#943

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1427%

#946

Atom Z500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#948

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#949

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#951

Celeron 1020E

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

99%

#954

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

98%

#956

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

97%

#959

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

97%

#960

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

116%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

114%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

113%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

112%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

112%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

110%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

110%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

108%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

108%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

108%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

107%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

104%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

102%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

101%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

100%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

100%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

100%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

99%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

99%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

99%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

98%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

98%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

97%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

97%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

97%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

96%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

96%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

96%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

96%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

96%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

96%

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 5 5600X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom Z500	Ryzen 5 5600X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Silverthorne (2008−2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom Z500 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom Z500	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)

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.

Atom Z500 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom Z500 and Ryzen 5 5600X

Atom Z500

The Atom Z500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Silverthorne (2008−2010) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 0.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PBGA441. Thermal design power (TDP): 0.65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 165 points. Launch price was $45.

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Atom Z500 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 5 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.8 GHz on the Atom Z500 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X — a 140.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X. The Atom Z500 uses the Silverthorne (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z500 scores 165 against the Ryzen 5 5600X's 21,845 — a 197% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom Z500 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X.

Feature	Atom Z500	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	6 / 12+500%
Boost Clock	0.8 GHz	4.6 GHz+475%
Base Clock	—	3.7 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	32 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512K (per core)
Process	45 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-84%
Architecture	Silverthorne (2008−2010)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	165	21,845+13139%

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Memory & Platform

The Atom Z500 uses the PBGA441 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Atom Z500 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X — the Ryzen 5 5600X supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom Z500) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 5600X). PCIe lanes: 0 (Atom Z500) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel US15W (Atom Z500) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X).

Feature	Atom Z500	Ryzen 5 5600X
Socket	PBGA441	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 4.0+100%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-533	DDR4-3200+100%
Max RAM Capacity	2 GB	128 GB+6300%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	24