Core i5-480M vs Athlon Neo X2 L335
Core i5-480M
Athlon Neo X2 L335
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 i5-480M is positioned at rank 6 and the Athlon Neo X2 L335 is on rank 944, so the Core i5-480M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-480M
Performance Per Dollar Athlon Neo X2 L335
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($77) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Congo (2009) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+415%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($77) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 i5-480M and Athlon Neo X2 L335
Core i5-480M
The Core i5-480M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 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: 1,327 points. Launch price was $81.
Athlon Neo X2 L335
The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Congo (2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: ASB1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,331 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-480M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Athlon Neo X2 L335's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.93 GHz on the Core i5-480M versus 1.6 GHz on the Athlon Neo X2 L335 — a 58.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-480M. The Core i5-480M uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon Neo X2 L335 uses Congo (2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-480M scores 1,327 against the Athlon Neo X2 L335's 1,331 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon Neo X2 L335.
| Feature | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.93 GHz+83% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Congo (2009) |
| PassMark | 1,327 | 1,331 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-480M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon Neo X2 L335 uses ASB1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Core i5-480M versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon Neo X2 L335 — the Core i5-480M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-480M supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-480M) vs 0 (Athlon Neo X2 L335) — the Core i5-480M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i5-480M) and AMD ASB1 (Athlon Neo X2 L335).
| Feature | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | ASB1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+53200% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 4 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i5-480M) / not specified (Athlon Neo X2 L335). The Core i5-480M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Athlon Neo X2 L335 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-480M rivals AMD Turion II M620.
| Feature | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-480M launched at $81 MSRP, while the Athlon Neo X2 L335 debuted at $80. At current prices ($77 vs $15), the Athlon Neo X2 L335 is $62 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-480M delivers 17.2 pts/$ vs 88.7 pts/$ for the Athlon Neo X2 L335 — making the Athlon Neo X2 L335 the 134.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-480M | Athlon Neo X2 L335 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $81 | $80-1% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $77 | $15-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.2 | 88.7+416% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2009 |
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