Ryzen 5 5600X vs Atom D525
Ryzen 5 5600X
Atom D525
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X
Performance Per Dollar Atom D525
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($63) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+497%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($63) |
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 Ryzen 5 5600X and Atom D525
Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.
Atom D525
The Atom D525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pinetrail (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,707 points. Launch price was $63.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Atom D525 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 1.83 GHz on the Atom D525 — a 86.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Atom D525 uses Pinetrail (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Atom D525's 1,707 — a 171% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 0 kB on the Atom D525.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+151% | 1.83 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+106% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm-84% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Pinetrail (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 21,845+1180% | 1,707 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Atom D525 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus DDR3-800 on the Atom D525 — the Ryzen 5 5600X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 1 (Atom D525). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 0 (Atom D525) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and Intel NM10 (Atom D525).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+100% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200+33% | DDR3-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+3100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) / not specified (Atom D525). The Atom D525 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Ryzen 5 5600X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel GMA 3150 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Atom D525 debuted at $63.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Atom D525 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $63-79% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $135 | — |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2010 |
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