Core i5-560UM vs Atom C3338

CPU

GPU

Core i5-560UM

2 Cores4 Thrd18 WWMax: 2.13 GHz2010

Atom C3338

2 Cores2 Thrd9 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-560UM

2 / 4

1,015

0.0%

1,028

+1.3%

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 i5-560UM is positioned at rank 1224 and the Atom C3338 is on rank 543, so the Atom C3338 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 Core i5-560UM

#1212

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

7227%

#1213

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

7121%

#1214

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

6537%

#1215

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

6507%

#1216

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

6448%

#1218

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

6227%

#1219

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

5970%

#1220

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

5961%

#1221

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

5800%

#1224

Core i5-560UM

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

100%

#1225

Core i7-660UM

MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A

99%

#1226

C-30

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#1228

Core i7-620UM

MSRP: $278|Avg: N/A

97%

#1230

Celeron 570

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

#1231

Core i7-820QM

MSRP: $546|Avg: N/A

82%

#1233

Core Duo T2700

MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A

69%

#1235

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

58%

#1236

Core Solo T1400

MSRP: $200|Avg: $5

53%

#1237

Core i7-940XM

MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A

51%

#1238

Core Solo T1350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $70

50%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom C3338

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

8086%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1527%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1356%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1048%

#332

Xeon W-2235

MSRP: $555|Avg: $350

100%

#333

Xeon Gold 5317

MSRP: $1088|Avg: $1100

98%

#334

Xeon W-2275

MSRP: $1112|Avg: $500

98%

#335

Xeon Gold 6430

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $1850

97%

#336

Xeon Gold 6421N

MSRP: $2368|Avg: $2427

97%

#543

Atom C3338

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#544

Xeon W3670

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#547

Xeon E3-1240 v2

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

99%

#548

Xeon E3-1220 v3

MSRP: $203|Avg: $89

99%

#551

Xeon W-2102

MSRP: $202|Avg: $286

98%

#553

Xeon E3-1265L v2

MSRP: $265|Avg: N/A

98%

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 C3338 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4: 1866, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-560UM	Atom C3338
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Goldmont (2016−2017) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-560UM (2010) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-560UM	Atom C3338
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

Core i5-560UM Benchmark Check

Atom C3338 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

No prediction data available

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

No prediction data available

Valorant

No prediction data available

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-560UM and Atom C3338

Core i5-560UM

The Core i5-560UM 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 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,015 points. Launch price was $250.

Atom C3338

The Atom C3338 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 22 February 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 8.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $27.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-560UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Atom C3338's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Core i5-560UM versus 2.2 GHz on the Atom C3338 — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Atom C3338 (base: 1.33 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core i5-560UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom C3338 uses Goldmont (2016−2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-560UM scores 1,015 against the Atom C3338's 1,028 — a 1.3% lead for the Atom C3338. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-560UM vs 4 MB on the Atom C3338.

Feature	Core i5-560UM	Atom C3338
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.13 GHz	2.2 GHz+3%
Base Clock	1.33 GHz	1.5 GHz+13%
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	4 MB+700%
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	Goldmont (2016−2017)
PassMark	1,015	1,028+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-560UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom C3338 uses FCBGA1310 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Core i5-560UM versus DDR4-1866 on the Atom C3338 — the Core i5-560UM supports 198% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3338 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-560UM) vs 1 (Atom C3338). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-560UM) vs 10 (Atom C3338) — the Core i5-560UM offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-560UM) and Intel FCBGA1310 (Atom C3338).

Feature	Core i5-560UM	Atom C3338
Socket	BGA1288	FCBGA1310
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	800+19900%	DDR4-1866
Max RAM Capacity	8	128 GB+1677721500%
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16+60%	10

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i5-560UM) / not specified (Atom C3338). The Core i5-560UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Atom C3338 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-560UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.