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Intel Atom x5-Z8500 vs Intel Atom x7-Z8700

Intel
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Intel
Performance
Atom x5-Z850014% better
1,3534% of 36,991
Atom x7-Z8700
1,1863% of 36,991

The Atom x5-Z8500 has 14% better performance than the Atom x7-Z8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Atom x5-Z8500
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Atom x7-Z8700
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Atom x5-Z8500 and the Atom x7-Z8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Atom x5-Z8500 CPU

The Intel Atom x5-Z8500 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The x5-Z8500 is compatible with UTFCBGA1380 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Atom x5-Z8500 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 224 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 0 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Atom x5-Z8500 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1440.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2240.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Atom x5-Z8500 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Atom x5-Z8500 has the 677th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.66% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Atom x7-Z8700 CPU

The Intel Atom x7-Z8700 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The x7-Z8700 is compatible with UTFCBGA1380 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Atom x7-Z8700 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 448 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 0 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Atom x7-Z8700 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2400.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Atom x7-Z8700 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Atom x7-Z8700 has the 692nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Market SegmentMobileMobile
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Atom x5-Z850014% better
1,3534% of 36,991
Atom x7-Z8700
1,1863% of 36,991

The Atom x5-Z8500 has 14% better performance than the Atom x7-Z8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Atom x5-Z8500 is ranked 677th with a score of 1,353, and the Atom x7-Z8700 is ranked 692nd with a score of 1,186.

Performance per dollar
Atom x5-Z8500
No data available
Atom x7-Z8700
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Atom x5-Z8500 and the Atom x7-Z8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Atom x5-Z8500 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium 3560Y1,365+1%
A4-4300M1,355+0%
Atom x5-Z85001,353
Atom Z3745D1,345-1%
A4-3305M1,338.5-1%
E2-90001,199-11%
A6-14501,193.5-12%
Atom x7-Z87001,186-12%
Atom Z3736F1,144-15%
Pentium 2129Y1,138-16%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,353
(+14.08%)
1,186
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
106.5
116
(+8.92%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
35.5
37.5
(+5.63%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
482
500
(+3.73%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
170
177
(+4.12%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,237
1,334
(+7.84%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
632
651
(+3.01%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm14 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
CodenameCherry TrailCherry Trail

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed1440.0 MHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2240.0 MHz2400.0 MHz

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
L1 Cache224 KB448 KB
L2 Cache2 MB2 MB
L3 Cache0 MB0 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecAtom x5-Z8500Atom x7-Z8700
SocketUTFCBGA1380UTFCBGA1380
Thermal Design Power (TDP)2 W4 W
TJ Max90 °C90 °C

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.