Atom Z510
VS
Pentium III 1133

Atom Z510 vs Pentium III 1133

Intel

Atom Z510

1 Cores1 Thrd2 WWMax: 1.1 GHz2008
VS
Intel

Pentium III 1133

1 Cores1 Thrd29 WWMax: 1.13 GHz2000

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 Z510 is positioned at rank 1214 and the Pentium III 1133 is on rank 1142, so the Pentium III 1133 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 Z510

#1202
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
6337%
#1203
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
6244%
#1204
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
5732%
#1205
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
5706%
#1206
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
5654%
#1208
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
5460%
#1209
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
5235%
#1210
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
5227%
#1211
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
5086%
#1214
Atom Z510
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#1216
Core 2 Quad Q9000
MSRP: $348|Avg: $15
99%
#1217
Core i5-2537M
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
99%
#1218
Core i7-720QM
MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A
98%
#1219
Pentium U5400
MSRP: $289|Avg: $214
96%
#1220
Pentium T2330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $7
96%
#1221
Z-01
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
93%
#1222
Pentium T2310
MSRP: $150|Avg: $14
90%
#1223
Celeron SU2300
MSRP: $134|Avg: $134
88%
#1224
Core i5-560UM
MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A
88%
#1225
Core i7-660UM
MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A
87%
#1226
C-30
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
87%
#1228
Core i7-620UM
MSRP: $278|Avg: N/A
85%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium III 1133

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
1731750%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
1636333%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
1188111%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
357928%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
283517%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
248022%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
142056%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
140200%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
127656%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
127644%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
126217%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
122811%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
121094%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
120606%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
119511%
#1142
Pentium III 1133
MSRP: $990|Avg: $30
100%
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 Atom Z510 (2008) utilizes 45 nm technology and modern memory, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightAtom Z510Pentium III 1133
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($30)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Silverthorne (2008−2010) / 45 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Tualatin (2000−2002) / 180 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium III 1133 (2000) relies on 180 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightAtom Z510Pentium III 1133
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($30)

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 Z510 and Pentium III 1133

Intel

Atom Z510

The Atom Z510 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. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 1.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PBGA441. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 185 points. Launch price was $20.

Intel

Pentium III 1133

The Pentium III 1133 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tualatin (2000−2002) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.13 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 180 nm process technology. Socket: PGA370. Thermal design power (TDP): 29 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 180 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

Both the Atom Z510 and Pentium III 1133 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.1 GHz on the Atom Z510 versus 1.13 GHz on the Pentium III 1133 — a 2.7% clock advantage for the Pentium III 1133. The Atom Z510 uses the Silverthorne (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium III 1133 uses Tualatin (2000−2002) (180 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z510 scores 185 against the Pentium III 1133's 180 — a 2.7% lead for the Atom Z510. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureAtom Z510Pentium III 1133
Cores / Threads
1 / 1
1 / 1
Boost Clock
1.1 GHz
1.13 GHz+3%
Base Clock
1.1 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512 kB+100%
256 kB
Process
45 nm-75%
180 nm
Architecture
Silverthorne (2008−2010)
Tualatin (2000−2002)
PassMark
185+3%
180
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Memory & Platform

The Atom Z510 uses the PBGA441 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium III 1133 uses PGA370 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureAtom Z510Pentium III 1133
Socket
PBGA441
PGA370
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0+82%
PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed
DDR2-533
Max RAM Capacity
2 GB
RAM Channels
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
0