Core i5-13600K vs Atom N270

Core i5-13600K

14 Cores20 Thrd125 WWMax: 5.1 GHz2022

Atom N270

1 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 0.1 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-13600K

14 / 20

37,655

+14109.4%

265

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.

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 i5-13600K

#120

Ryzen 5 5600XT

MSRP: $192|Avg: $180

105%

#121

Core i5-13600

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

105%

#122

Core i3-13100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $119

104%

#123

Ryzen 5 5600G

MSRP: $259|Avg: $160

104%

#124

Core Ultra 9 285K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $550

104%

#125

Core i5-13400E

MSRP: $221|Avg: $221

103%

#126

Ryzen 7 8700F

MSRP: $270|Avg: $257

103%

#127

Core i9-14900KF

MSRP: $564|Avg: $480

103%

#128

Core i7-12700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $285

102%

#129

Core i9-13900KF

MSRP: $599|Avg: $480

102%

#130

Core i7-12700

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

102%

#131

Core Ultra 5 245T

MSRP: $270|Avg: $270

102%

#132

Core i5-8500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $80

101%

#133

Core i5-9400F

MSRP: $182|Avg: $80

100%

#134

Core i5-11400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $141

100%

#135

Core i5-13600K

MSRP: $329|Avg: $319

100%

#136

Core i5-13500

MSRP: $242|Avg: $264

100%

#137

Ryzen 7 8700G

MSRP: $329|Avg: $269

100%

#138

Core i7-14700

MSRP: $384|Avg: $348

100%

#139

Ryzen 5 2500X

MSRP: $159|Avg: $80

99%

#140

Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

99%

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

98%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

97%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

97%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

97%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

97%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

96%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

96%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

96%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom N270

#124

Core i5-1240P

MSRP: $309|Avg: $200

99%

#125

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

98%

#399

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

554%

#400

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

545%

#401

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

501%

#402

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

498%

#403

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

494%

#405

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

477%

#406

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

457%

#407

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

457%

#408

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

444%

#411

Atom N270

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#421

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

98%

#426

Celeron 2981U

MSRP: $137|Avg: N/A

98%

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 Core i5-13600K (2022) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-13600K	Atom N270
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($319)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (DiamondVille (2008−2009) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom N270 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-13600K	Atom N270
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($319)	✅ 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 i5-13600K Benchmark Check

Atom N270 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-13600K and Atom N270

Core i5-13600K

The Core i5-13600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.

Atom N270

The Atom N270 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 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 0.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PBGA437. Thermal design power (TDP): 2.5 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 265 points. Launch price was $44.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-13600K packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Atom N270 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Core i5-13600K has 13 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K versus 0.1 GHz on the Atom N270 — a 192.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-13600K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i5-13600K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Atom N270 uses DiamondVille (2008−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13600K scores 37,655 against the Atom N270's 265 — a 197.2% lead for the Core i5-13600K. L3 cache: 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K vs 0 kB on the Atom N270.

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Atom N270
Cores / Threads	14 / 20+1300%	1 / 2
Boost Clock	5.1 GHz+5000%	0.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+119%	1.6 GHz
L3 Cache	24 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+300%	512 kB
Process	Intel 7 nm-84%	45 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)	DiamondVille (2008−2009)
PassMark	37,655+14109%	265

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-13600K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Atom N270 uses PBGA437 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-13600K versus DDR2-533 on the Atom N270 — the Core i5-13600K supports 85.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13600K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 195.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-13600K) vs 1 (Atom N270). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13600K) vs 0 (Atom N270) — the Core i5-13600K offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i5-13600K) and Intel PBGA437 (Atom N270).

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Atom N270
Socket	LGA1700	PBGA437
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+150%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600+150%	DDR2-533
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+9500%	2 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	20	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13600K) / not specified (Atom N270). The Core i5-13600K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Atom N270 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13600K targets Desktop.