Processor N50 vs Athlon II X2 270

Processor N50

2 Cores2 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Athlon II X2 270

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Processor N50

2 / 2

1,339

+0.5%

1,333

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 Processor N50 is positioned at rank 1066 and the Athlon II X2 270 is on rank 825, so the Athlon II X2 270 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 Processor N50

#1054

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2805%

#1055

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2764%

#1056

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2537%

#1057

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2526%

#1058

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2503%

#1060

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2417%

#1061

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2317%

#1062

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2314%

#1063

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2251%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

100%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

99%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

96%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 270

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16840%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15912%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11554%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3481%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2757%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2412%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1381%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1363%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1241%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1241%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1227%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1194%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1178%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1173%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1162%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

98%

#825

Athlon II X2 270

MSRP: $72|Avg: $15

100%

#827

Core i7-6850K

MSRP: $617|Avg: $80

100%

#828

Core i5-2500K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

99%

#829

Pentium G3430

MSRP: $116|Avg: $30

99%

#830

Core i5-4570R

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

99%

#831

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

99%

#832

A6-3650

MSRP: $115|Avg: $20

99%

#833

Core i7-4770R

MSRP: $360|Avg: $89

98%

#835

Core i7-2600

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

98%

#836

Pentium G870

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#837

Athlon II X2 210e

MSRP: $60|Avg: $28

98%

#838

Pentium G645

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

98%

#840

Pentium G630

MSRP: $75|Avg: $46

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 Processor N50 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Processor N50	Athlon II X2 270
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)	✅ More affordable ($15)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon II X2 270 (2011) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Processor N50	Athlon II X2 270
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+696%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($120)	✅ More affordable ($15)

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.

Processor N50 Benchmark Check

Athlon II X2 270 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor N50 and Athlon II X2 270

Processor N50

The Processor N50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,339 points. Launch price was $69.

Athlon II X2 270

The Athlon II X2 270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 July 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,333 points. Launch price was $100.

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Processing Power

Both the Processor N50 and Athlon II X2 270 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Processor N50 versus 3.4 GHz on the Athlon II X2 270 — identical boost frequencies (base: 1 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Processor N50 uses the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Athlon II X2 270 uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N50 scores 1,339 against the Athlon II X2 270's 1,333 — a 0.4% lead for the Processor N50. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Processor N50 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 270.

Feature	Processor N50	Athlon II X2 270
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	1 GHz	3.4 GHz+240%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)+100%	1 MB
Process	10 nm-78%	45 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-N (2023)	Regor (2009−2013)
PassMark	1,339	1,333
Geekbench 6 Single	—	392
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	686

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Processor N50 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Athlon II X2 270 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor N50	Athlon II X2 270
Socket	FCBGA1264	AM3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+150%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Processor N50) / true (Athlon II X2 270). Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 270 rivals Pentium E6700.

Feature	Processor N50	Athlon II X2 270
Integrated GPU	—	No
IGPU Model	—	None
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	true

💰

Value Analysis

The Processor N50 launched at $128 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 270 debuted at $72. At current prices ($120 vs $15), the Athlon II X2 270 is $105 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor N50 delivers 11.2 pts/$ vs 88.9 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 270 — making the Athlon II X2 270 the 155.4% better value option.