Core i7-930 vs Atom x5-Z8350

Core i7-930

4 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.06 GHz2010

Atom x5-Z8350

4 Cores4 Thrd−WMax: 1.92 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-930

4 / 8

2,993

+0.5%

2,979

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 i7-930 is positioned at rank 996 and the Atom x5-Z8350 is on rank 231, so the Atom x5-Z8350 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 i7-930

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30620%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

28933%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

21008%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6329%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5013%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4385%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2512%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2479%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2257%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2257%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2232%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2172%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2141%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2133%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2113%

#996

Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

99%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

99%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

97%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

95%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

94%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

93%

#1004

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

92%

#1005

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

92%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

91%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

91%

#1009

Core 2 Duo E6540

MSRP: $163|Avg: $15

90%

#1010

Celeron 430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#1011

Athlon X2 BE-2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-Z8350

#219

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

394%

#220

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

388%

#221

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

356%

#222

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

355%

#223

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

351%

#225

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

339%

#226

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

325%

#227

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

325%

#228

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

316%

#231

Atom x5-Z8350

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 x5-Z8350 (2016) utilizes 14 nm technology and 4 GB, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-930	Atom x5-Z8350
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($20)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-930 (2010) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-930	Atom x5-Z8350
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($20)	✅ 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 i7-930 Benchmark Check

Atom x5-Z8350 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-930 and Atom x5-Z8350

Core i7-930

The Core i7-930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 February 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.06 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,993 points. Launch price was $80.

Atom x5-Z8350

The Atom x5-Z8350 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) 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. Socket: UTFCBGA592. Memory support: 4 GB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,979 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-930 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Atom x5-Z8350's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.06 GHz on the Core i7-930 versus 1.92 GHz on the Atom x5-Z8350 — a 45.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-930 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 1.44 GHz). The Core i7-930 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom x5-Z8350 uses Cherry Trail (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-930 scores 2,993 against the Atom x5-Z8350's 2,979 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i7-930. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-930 vs 0 kB on the Atom x5-Z8350.

Feature	Core i7-930	Atom x5-Z8350
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.06 GHz+59%	1.92 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+94%	1.44 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Bloomfield (2008−2010)	Cherry Trail (2015−2016)
PassMark	2,993	2,979

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-930 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x5-Z8350 uses UTFCBGA592 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Core i7-930 supports up to 24 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Core i7-930) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8350). PCIe lanes: 36 (Core i7-930) vs 1 (Atom x5-Z8350) — the Core i7-930 offers 35 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i7-930	Atom x5-Z8350
Socket	LGA1366	UTFCBGA592
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1066	DDR3L-RS 1600
Max RAM Capacity	24 GB+1100%	2 GB
RAM Channels	3+200%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	36+3500%	1

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-930) / not specified (Atom x5-Z8350). The Atom x5-Z8350 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)), while the Core i7-930 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-930 targets Desktop.