Core i5-460M vs Atom x7-Z8700
Core i5-460M
Atom x7-Z8700
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. The Core i5-460M is positioned at rank #7 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-460M
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-460M | Atom x7-Z8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($129) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-460M | Atom x7-Z8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($129) | ✅ 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-460M and Atom x7-Z8700
Core i5-460M
The Core i5-460M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,321 points. Launch price was $80.
Atom x7-Z8700
The Atom x7-Z8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 March 2015 (10 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 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1380. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,325 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-460M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7-Z8700 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x7-Z8700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i5-460M versus 2.4 GHz on the Atom x7-Z8700 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-460M (base: 2.53 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i5-460M uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom x7-Z8700 uses Cherry Trail (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-460M scores 1,321 against the Atom x7-Z8700's 1,325 — a 0.3% lead for the Atom x7-Z8700. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-460M vs 0 kB on the Atom x7-Z8700.
| Feature | Core i5-460M | Atom x7-Z8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+17% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.53 GHz+58% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Cherry Trail (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,321 | 1,325 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 343 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-460M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x7-Z8700 uses UTFCBGA1380 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Core i5-460M versus LPDDR3-1600 on the Atom x7-Z8700 — the Core i5-460M supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-460M) vs 2 (Atom x7-Z8700) — the Core i5-460M offers 14 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i5-460M) and Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x7-Z8700).
| Feature | Core i5-460M | Atom x7-Z8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | UTFCBGA1380 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+35433% | LPDDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 8 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+700% | 2 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i5-460M) / not specified (Atom x7-Z8700). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-460M) and Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) (Atom x7-Z8700) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-460M rivals AMD Turion II M620.
| Feature | Core i5-460M | Atom x7-Z8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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