Atom Z670 vs Athlon XP 2800+

CPU

GPU

Atom Z670

1 Cores2 Thrd3 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2011

Athlon XP 2800+

1 Cores1 Thrd74 WWMax: 2.25 GHz2001

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom Z670

1 / 2

375

0.0%

380

+1.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 Z670 is positioned at rank 1095 and the Athlon XP 2800+ is on rank 1125, so the Atom Z670 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 Z670

#1083

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3128%

#1084

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3082%

#1085

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2829%

#1086

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2817%

#1087

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2791%

#1089

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2695%

#1090

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2584%

#1091

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2580%

#1092

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2511%

#1095

Atom Z670

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

100%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

99%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1101

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1102

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

98%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

97%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

96%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#1109

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1110

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon XP 2800+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

308629%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

291624%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

211743%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

63789%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

50528%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

44202%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

25317%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

24986%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

22750%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

22749%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

22494%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

21887%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

21581%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

21494%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

21299%

#1125

Athlon XP 2800+

MSRP: $375|Avg: $35

100%

#1126

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

97%

#1127

Athlon XP 3200+

MSRP: $464|Avg: $40

95%

#1128

Pentium III 1400

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

90%

#1129

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

90%

#1130

Pentium III 1400S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

90%

#1131

Athlon XP 1800+

MSRP: $252|Avg: $30

88%

#1132

Athlon XP 1900+

MSRP: $269|Avg: $20

87%

#1133

Athlon 64 FX-51

MSRP: $733|Avg: $733

83%

#1134

Athlon 64 FX-55

MSRP: $827|Avg: $50

82%

#1135

Athlon 64 FX-53

MSRP: $799|Avg: $15

80%

#1136

Athlon XP 2000+

MSRP: $339|Avg: $40

73%

#1137

Athlon 64 FX-57

MSRP: $1031|Avg: $200

69%

#1138

Athlon XP 3000+

MSRP: $588|Avg: $20

68%

#1139

Athlon XP 2100+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $30

62%

#1140

Pentium III 1266S

MSRP: $369|Avg: $20

56%

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 Z670 (2011) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR2, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom Z670	Athlon XP 2800+
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Lincroft (2010−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Barton (2001−2004) / 130 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon XP 2800+ (2001) relies on 130 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom Z670	Athlon XP 2800+
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)

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 Z670 Benchmark Check

Athlon XP 2800+ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom Z670 and Athlon XP 2800+

Atom Z670

The Atom Z670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 April 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Lincroft (2010−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: T-PBGA518. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 375 points. Launch price was $75.

Athlon XP 2800+

The Athlon XP 2800+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Barton (2001−2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.25 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: A. Thermal design power (TDP): 74 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 380 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Atom Z670 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, matching the Athlon XP 2800+'s 1 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Atom Z670 versus 2.25 GHz on the Athlon XP 2800+ — a 40% clock advantage for the Athlon XP 2800+. The Atom Z670 uses the Lincroft (2010−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon XP 2800+ uses Barton (2001−2004) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Atom Z670 scores 375 against the Athlon XP 2800+'s 380 — a 1.3% lead for the Athlon XP 2800+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Atom Z670	Athlon XP 2800+
Cores / Threads	1 / 2	1 / 1
Boost Clock	1.5 GHz	2.25 GHz+50%
Base Clock	1.5 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K
Process	45 nm-65%	130 nm
Architecture	Lincroft (2010−2011)	Barton (2001−2004)
PassMark	375	380+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	250
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	250

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Memory & Platform

The Atom Z670 uses the T-PBGA518 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon XP 2800+ uses A (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Atom Z670 versus DDR-333 on the Athlon XP 2800+ — the Atom Z670 supports -202.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2 GB of RAM. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel SM35 (Atom Z670) and KT400,nForce2 Ultra 400 (Athlon XP 2800+).

Feature	Atom Z670	Athlon XP 2800+
Socket	T-PBGA518	A
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-800	DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
RAM Channels	1	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Atom Z670) / None (Athlon XP 2800+). The Atom Z670 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 600), while the Athlon XP 2800+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon XP 2800+ targets Legacy Desktop.