CPU
GPU
Core i7-640LM
Atom 330
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 i7-640LM is positioned at rank 333 and the Atom 330 is on rank 39, so the Atom 330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-640LM
Performance Per Dollar Atom 330
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-640LM | Atom 330 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Diamondville (2008−2009) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-640LM | Atom 330 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 i7-640LM and Atom 330
Core i7-640LM
The Core i7-640LM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,529 points. Launch price was $332.
Atom 330
The Atom 330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Diamondville (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 0.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PBGA437. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,530 points. Launch price was $43.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-640LM and Atom 330 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.93 GHz on the Core i7-640LM versus 0.1 GHz on the Atom 330 — a 186.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-640LM (base: 2.13 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i7-640LM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom 330 uses Diamondville (2008−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-640LM scores 1,529 against the Atom 330's 1,530 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom 330. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-640LM vs 0 kB on the Atom 330.
| Feature | Core i7-640LM | Atom 330 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.93 GHz+2830% | 0.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.13 GHz+33% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Diamondville (2008−2009) |
| PassMark | 1,529 | 1,530 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-640LM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom 330 uses PBGA437 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1066 on the Core i7-640LM versus DDR2-533 on the Atom 330 — the Core i7-640LM supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-640LM supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-640LM) vs 1 (Atom 330). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-640LM) vs 0 (Atom 330) — the Core i7-640LM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i7-640LM) and Intel BGA437 (Atom 330).
| Feature | Core i7-640LM | Atom 330 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | PBGA437 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1066+53200% | DDR2-533 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 4 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i7-640LM) / not specified (Atom 330). The Core i7-640LM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Atom 330 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-640LM rivals Core 2 Duo SL9400.
| Feature | Core i7-640LM | Atom 330 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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