Ryzen 7 7800X3D
VS
Atom D525

Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Atom D525

AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023
VS
Intel

Atom D525

2 Cores4 Thrd13 WWMax: 1.83 GHz2010

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D

#197
Ryzen 5 5600X3D
MSRP: $229|Avg: $229
107%
#198
Core i3-9350KF
MSRP: $173|Avg: $80
106%
#199
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
MSRP: $220|Avg: $220
106%
#200
Core i3-9300
MSRP: $143|Avg: $75
106%
#201
Ryzen 7 3800XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $249
105%
#202
Core i5-11400T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $140
104%
#203
Core i3-10305
MSRP: $149|Avg: $100
103%
#204
Core i3-9320
MSRP: $154|Avg: $80
103%
#205
Core i3-10105
MSRP: $122|Avg: $90
103%
#206
Core i3-13100E
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
102%
#207
Core i9-13900F
MSRP: $524|Avg: $536
102%
#208
Processor 300
MSRP: $82|Avg: $80
102%
#209
Ryzen 5 2600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $145
102%
#210
Ryzen 5 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $80
101%
#211
Core i9-14900KS
MSRP: $749|Avg: $670
101%
#212
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
MSRP: $449|Avg: $384
100%
#213
Core i3-8100T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $59
100%
#214
Core i7-13700E
MSRP: $390|Avg: $380
100%
#215
Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G
MSRP: $430|Avg: $270
99%
#216
Core i7-9700
MSRP: $333|Avg: $150
99%
#217
Core i5-13500TE
MSRP: $235|Avg: $250
98%
#218
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
MSRP: $294|Avg: $76
98%
#219
Ryzen 7 PRO 5845
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#220
Athlon PRO 300GE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#221
Athlon Gold 3150G
MSRP: $100|Avg: $80
97%
#222
Core i7-9800X
MSRP: $589|Avg: $210
97%
#223
Ryzen 7 4700G
MSRP: $299|Avg: $235
96%
#224
Ryzen 9 5900
MSRP: $549|Avg: $395
96%
#225
Ryzen 5 7600X3D
MSRP: $299|Avg: $300
96%
#226
Ryzen 5 1600X
MSRP: $249|Avg: $144
59%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom D525

#19
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
172%
#20
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
169%
#21
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
155%
#22
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
155%
#23
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
153%
#25
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
148%
#26
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
142%
#27
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
142%
#28
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
138%
#31
Atom D525
MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A
100%
#32
Atom x7835RE
MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A
100%
#33
Core 2 Duo P8400
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
98%
#38
Core 2 Duo T8100
MSRP: $209|Avg: $10
91%
#39
Atom 330
MSRP: $43|Avg: $30
90%
#43
Core 2 Duo SU7300
MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A
88%
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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)
More affordable ($63)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Pinetrail (2009−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom D525 (2010) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR2, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+230%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)
More affordable ($63)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Atom D525

AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.

Intel

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 7 7800X3D packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Atom D525 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus 1.83 GHz on the Atom D525 — a 92.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 4.4 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Atom D525 uses Pinetrail (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 34,293 against the Atom D525's 1,707 — a 181% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs 0 kB on the Atom D525.

FeatureRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
Cores / Threads
8 / 16+300%
2 / 4
Boost Clock
5 GHz+173%
1.83 GHz
Base Clock
4.4 GHz+144%
1.8 GHz
L3 Cache
96 MB (total)
0 kB
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)+100%
512K (per core)
Process
5 nm-89%
45 nm
Architecture
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
Pinetrail (2009−2011)
PassMark
34,293+1909%
1,707
Cinebench R23 Multi
18,500
Geekbench 6 Single
2,700
Geekbench 6 Multi
15,000
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Atom D525 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus DDR3-800 on the Atom D525 — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 1 (Atom D525). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 0 (Atom D525) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and Intel NM10 (Atom D525).

FeatureRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
Socket
AM5
FCBGA559
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+150%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5200+67%
DDR3-800
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB+3100%
4 GB
RAM Channels
2+100%
1
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
28
0
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) / not specified (Atom D525). Both include integrated graphics AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and Intel GMA 3150 (Atom D525) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.

FeatureRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
Intel GMA 3150
Unlocked
Yes
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V
Target Use
Gaming
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D launched at $449 MSRP, while the Atom D525 debuted at $63.

FeatureRyzen 7 7800X3DAtom D525
MSRP
$449
$63-86%
Avg Price (30d)
$384
Release Date
2023
2010