Core i5-7600K vs Atom x7835RE

Core i5-7600K

4 Cores4 Thrd91 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2017

Atom x7835RE

8 Cores8 Thrd12 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7600K

4 / 4

6,813

+0.3%

6,795

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 i5-7600K is positioned at rank 578 and the Atom x7835RE is on rank 32, so the Atom x7835RE 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 i5-7600K

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

9927%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9380%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

6811%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2052%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1625%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1422%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

814%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

804%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

732%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

732%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

724%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

704%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

694%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

691%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

685%

#278

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $116

98%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

97%

#578

Core i5-7600K

MSRP: $217|Avg: $84

100%

#579

FX-6300

MSRP: $132|Avg: $35

100%

#581

Core i3-6100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $20

99%

#582

Athlon X4 970

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

99%

#583

FX-8370

MSRP: $199|Avg: $100

99%

#584

Pentium G4520

MSRP: $86|Avg: $45

99%

#585

Core i3-4170

MSRP: $117|Avg: $40

99%

#586

Celeron G460

MSRP: $37|Avg: $10

99%

#587

A4 PRO-7350B

MSRP: $50|Avg: $11

98%

#589

Pentium G3220T

MSRP: $54|Avg: $15

97%

#590

Celeron G1620

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

97%

#591

Core i5-7600T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $60

97%

#593

Core i3-7300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $128

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x7835RE

#20

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

173%

#21

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

170%

#22

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

156%

#23

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

156%

#24

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

154%

#26

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

149%

#27

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

143%

#28

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

142%

#29

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

139%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

100%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

98%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

91%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

90%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

88%

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 x7835RE (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7600K	Atom x7835RE
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($84)	⚠️ Higher cost ($127)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-7600K (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7600K	Atom x7835RE
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+52%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($84)	⚠️ Higher cost ($127)

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 i5-7600K Benchmark Check

Atom x7835RE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7600K and Atom x7835RE

Core i5-7600K

The Core i5-7600K 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 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,813 points. Launch price was $242.

Atom x7835RE

The Atom x7835RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 6,795 points. Launch price was $127.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-7600K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7835RE offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Atom x7835RE has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-7600K versus 3.6 GHz on the Atom x7835RE — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-7600K (base: 3.8 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Core i5-7600K uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Atom x7835RE uses Amston Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7600K scores 6,813 against the Atom x7835RE's 6,795 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-7600K. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-7600K	Atom x7835RE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+17%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.8 GHz+192%	1.3 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB (per module)+700%
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Amston Lake (2024−2025)
PassMark	6,813	6,795
Cinebench R23 Multi	4,143	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,100	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,800	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7600K uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7835RE uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7600K versus DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7835RE — the Atom x7835RE supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-7600K supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-7600K) vs 1 (Atom x7835RE). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-7600K) vs 9 (Atom x7835RE) — the Core i5-7600K offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z270,H270,B250 (Core i5-7600K) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7835RE).

Feature	Core i5-7600K	Atom x7835RE
Socket	LGA1151	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	DDR5-4800+25%
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+100%	32 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 i5-7600K) / not specified (Atom x7835RE). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 630 (Core i5-7600K) and Intel UHD Graphics (32EU) (Atom x7835RE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7600K targets Gaming/Desktop.

Feature	Core i5-7600K	Atom x7835RE
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel HD Graphics 630	Intel UHD Graphics (32EU)
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	—
Target Use	Gaming/Desktop	—