CPU
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Pentium G2120T
Atom N570
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 Pentium G2120T is positioned at rank 824 and the Atom N570 is on rank 35, so the Atom N570 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2120T
Performance Per Dollar Atom N570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Pentium G2120T and Atom N570
Pentium G2120T
The Pentium G2120T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,613 points. Launch price was $69.
Atom N570
The Atom N570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 8.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,630 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
The Pentium G2120T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Atom N570's 2 cores. The Atom N570 is built on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2120T scores 1,613 against the Atom N570's 1,630 — a 1% lead for the Atom N570. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2120T vs 0 kB on the Atom N570.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | — | 1.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+63% | 1.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | — | Pineview (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,613 | 1,630+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G2120T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom N570 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 2 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 1 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
The Atom N570 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Pentium G2120T requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Atom N570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel GMA 3150 |
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