Atom x7809C

The Atom x7809C is a 8-core / 8-thread processor based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per module) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,409, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 1,102, while multi-core reaches 4,657.

The Atom x7809C fits into the FCBGA1264 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 9 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory at speeds up to DDR5-4800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 32 GB across 1 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers.

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

The Atom x7809C has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 25 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: Stock.

Performance ranking position: #1342 out of all indexed processors.