CPU
GPU
Core i3-3227U
Atom x7-Z8750
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 Core i3-3227U is positioned at rank 599 and the Atom x7-Z8750 is on rank 664, so the Core i3-3227U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3227U
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7-Z8750
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3227U | Atom x7-Z8750 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3227U | Atom x7-Z8750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3227U and Atom x7-Z8750
Core i3-3227U
The Core i3-3227U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,299 points. Launch price was $225.
Atom x7-Z8750
The Atom x7-Z8750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.56 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1380. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,294 points. Launch price was $37.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3227U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7-Z8750 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x7-Z8750 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i3-3227U versus 2.56 GHz on the Atom x7-Z8750 — a 29.6% clock advantage for the Atom x7-Z8750 (base: 1.9 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i3-3227U uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Atom x7-Z8750 uses Cherry Trail (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3227U scores 1,299 against the Atom x7-Z8750's 1,294 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-3227U. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3227U vs 0 kB on the Atom x7-Z8750.
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Atom x7-Z8750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.56 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz+19% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,299 | 1,294 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 400 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 900 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3227U uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7-Z8750 uses UTFCBGA1380 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Core i3-3227U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-3227U) vs 2 (Atom x7-Z8750) — the Core i3-3227U offers 14 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM77,HM76 (Core i3-3227U) and Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x7-Z8750).
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Atom x7-Z8750 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | UTFCBGA1380 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | LPDDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+700% | 2 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-3227U) / not specified (Atom x7-Z8750). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3227U) and Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) (Atom x7-Z8750) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3227U targets Legacy Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i3-3227U rivals AMD A6-4455M.
| Feature | Core i3-3227U | Atom x7-Z8750 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Ultrabook | — |
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