Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Atom x5-E3930

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023

Atom x5-E3930

2 Cores2 Thrd6.5 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 / 16

34,293

+2793.9%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

Atom x5-E3930

2 / 2

1,185

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 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 x5-E3930

#694

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

990%

#695

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

976%

#696

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

896%

#697

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

892%

#698

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

883%

#700

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

853%

#701

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

818%

#702

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

817%

#703

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

795%

#706

Atom x5-E3930

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#712

Core i7-10850H

MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A

99%

#718

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

97%

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.

Insight	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Atom x5-E3930
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Atom x5-E3930 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Atom x5-E3930
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)	✅ 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.

Ryzen 7 7800X3D Benchmark Check

Atom x5-E3930 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Atom x5-E3930

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.

Atom x5-E3930

The Atom x5-E3930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,185 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Atom x5-E3930 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus 1.8 GHz on the Atom x5-E3930 — a 94.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 4.4 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Atom x5-E3930 uses Apollo Lake (2014−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 34,293 against the Atom x5-E3930's 1,185 — a 186.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs 0 kB on the Atom x5-E3930.

Feature	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Atom x5-E3930
Cores / Threads	8 / 16+300%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	5 GHz+178%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	4.4 GHz+238%	1.3 GHz
L3 Cache	96 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB (total)+100%
Process	5 nm-64%	14 nm
Architecture	Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)	Apollo Lake (2014−2016)
PassMark	34,293+2794%	1,185
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 x5-E3930 uses FCBGA1296 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus DDR3L-1866 on the Atom x5-E3930 — 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 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 4 (Atom x5-E3930) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and Intel FCBGA1296 (Atom x5-E3930).

Feature	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Atom x5-E3930
Socket	AM5	FCBGA1296
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+67%	DDR3L-1866
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+1500%	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	28+600%	4

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) / not specified (Atom x5-E3930). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and Intel HD Graphics 500 (Atom x5-E3930) — 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.