CPU
GPU
Core i5-3340S
Atom x7433RE
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 i5-3340S is positioned at rank 754 and the Atom x7433RE is on rank 309, so the Atom x7433RE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3340S
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7433RE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3340S | Atom x7433RE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3340S | Atom x7433RE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i5-3340S and Atom x7433RE
Core i5-3340S
The Core i5-3340S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,962 points. Launch price was $69.
Atom x7433RE
The Atom x7433RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 4,049 points. Launch price was $63.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-3340S and Atom x7433RE share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3340S versus 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7433RE — a 3% clock advantage for the Atom x7433RE (base: 2.8 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Atom x7433RE is built on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-3340S scores 3,962 against the Atom x7433RE's 4,049 — a 2.2% lead for the Atom x7433RE. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-3340S vs 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7433RE.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Atom x7433RE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+87% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB (total) |
| Process | 22 nm | 10 nm-55% |
| Architecture | — | Amston Lake (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 3,962 | 4,049+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3340S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7433RE uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Atom x7433RE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FCBGA1264 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 1 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 9 |
Advanced Features
The Atom x7433RE includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (32EU)), while the Core i5-3340S requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Atom x7433RE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics (32EU) |
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