Core i5-560UM vs Atom x5-Z8330

CPU

GPU

Core i5-560UM

2 Cores4 Thrd18 WWMax: 2.13 GHz2010

Atom x5-Z8330

4 Cores4 Thrd−WMax: 1.92 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-560UM

2 / 4

1,015

0.0%

1,025

+1.0%

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 x5-Z8330 is on rank 778, so the Atom x5-Z8330 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 x5-Z8330

#766

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1145%

#767

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1128%

#768

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1036%

#769

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1031%

#770

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1021%

#772

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

986%

#773

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

946%

#774

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

944%

#775

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

919%

#778

Atom x5-Z8330

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

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 x5-Z8330 (2016) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L-RS 1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-560UM	Atom x5-Z8330
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower 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)	🛑 Legacy (Airmont (2016) / 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 x5-Z8330
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 x5-Z8330 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-560UM and Atom x5-Z8330

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 x5-Z8330

The Atom x5-Z8330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Airmont (2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.44 GHz, with boost up to 1.92 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Memory support: DDR3L-RS 1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,025 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-560UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x5-Z8330 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x5-Z8330 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Core i5-560UM versus 1.92 GHz on the Atom x5-Z8330 — a 10.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-560UM (base: 1.33 GHz vs 1.44 GHz). The Core i5-560UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom x5-Z8330 uses Airmont (2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-560UM scores 1,015 against the Atom x5-Z8330's 1,025 — a 1% lead for the Atom x5-Z8330. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-560UM vs 0 kB on the Atom x5-Z8330.

Feature	Core i5-560UM	Atom x5-Z8330
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	2.13 GHz+11%	1.92 GHz
Base Clock	1.33 GHz	1.44 GHz+8%
L3 Cache	3 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	2 MB+300%
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	Airmont (2016)
PassMark	1,015	1,025

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches 800 on the Core i5-560UM versus DDR3L-RS 1600 on the Atom x5-Z8330 — the Core i5-560UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-560UM supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 2 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-560UM) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8330). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-560UM) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8330) — the Core i5-560UM offers 15 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-560UM) and Intel FC-UTBGA592 (Atom x5-Z8330).

Feature	Core i5-560UM	Atom x5-Z8330
Socket	BGA1288	—
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	800+26567%	DDR3L-RS 1600
Max RAM Capacity	8	2 GB+26214300%
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+1500%	1

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i5-560UM) / not specified (Atom x5-Z8330). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-560UM) and Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) (Atom x5-Z8330) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-560UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.