Core i5-7400 vs Atom x7425E

Core i5-7400

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2017

Atom x7425E

4 Cores4 Thrd12 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7400

4 / 4

5,477

+0.9%

5,427

0.0%

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 i5-7400 is positioned at rank 820 and the Atom x7425E is on rank 213, so the Atom x7425E 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 i5-7400

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16732%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15810%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11479%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3458%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2739%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2396%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1373%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1355%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1233%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1233%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1219%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1187%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1170%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1165%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1155%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

98%

#820

Core i5-7400

MSRP: $294|Avg: $70

100%

#821

Pentium E5800

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

#822

Core i7-6820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $344

100%

#823

A6-9500

MSRP: $101|Avg: $25

100%

#824

Pentium G2120T

MSRP: $87|Avg: $10

100%

#825

Athlon II X2 270

MSRP: $72|Avg: $15

99%

#827

Core i7-6850K

MSRP: $617|Avg: $80

99%

#828

Core i5-2500K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

99%

#829

Pentium G3430

MSRP: $116|Avg: $30

98%

#830

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

98%

#831

Core i5-4570R

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

98%

#832

A6-3650

MSRP: $115|Avg: $20

98%

#833

Core i7-4770R

MSRP: $360|Avg: $89

98%

#835

Core i7-2600

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x7425E

#57

Ryzen AI 9 365

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

97%

#201

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

378%

#202

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

373%

#203

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

342%

#204

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

341%

#205

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

338%

#207

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

326%

#208

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

313%

#209

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

312%

#210

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

304%

#213

Atom x7425E

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 x7425E (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7400	Atom x7425E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Gracemont (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-7400 (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7400	Atom x7425E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)	✅ 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 i5-7400 Benchmark Check

Atom x7425E Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7400 and Atom x7425E

Core i5-7400

The Core i5-7400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,477 points. Launch price was $182.

Atom x7425E

The Atom x7425E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Gracemont (2023) 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: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,427 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-7400 and Atom x7425E share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-7400 versus 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7425E — a 2.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-7400 (base: 3 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core i5-7400 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Atom x7425E uses Gracemont (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7400 scores 5,477 against the Atom x7425E's 5,427 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-7400. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-7400	Atom x7425E
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+3%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+100%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB (total)+700%
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Gracemont (2023)
PassMark	5,477	5,427
Cinebench R23 Multi	3,359	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,215	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,517	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7400 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7425E uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7400 versus DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7425E — the Atom x7425E supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-7400 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-7400) vs 1 (Atom x7425E). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-7400) vs 9 (Atom x7425E) — the Core i5-7400 offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 100-series,200-series (Core i5-7400) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7425E).

Feature	Core i5-7400	Atom x7425E
Socket	LGA1151	FCBGA1744
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	DDR5-4800+25%
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+300%	16 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16+78%	9

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7400) / not specified (Atom x7425E). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 630 (Core i5-7400) and Intel UHD Graphics (24EU) (Atom x7425E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7400 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-7400 rivals Ryzen 3 3300X.