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Intel Atom x5-Z8550 vs Intel Celeron N2940

Intel
VS
Intel
Performance
Atom x5-Z85506% better
1,7375% of 36,991
Celeron N2940
1,6354% of 36,991

The Atom x5-Z8550 has 6% better performance than the Celeron N2940 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Atom x5-Z8550
No data available
Celeron N2940
No data available

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Summary

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About the Intel Atom x5-Z8550 CPU

The Intel Atom x5-Z8550 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The x5-Z8550 is compatible with Socket 1380 BGA motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Atom x5-Z8550 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-Z8550 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 2400.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Atom x5-Z8550 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-Z8550 has the 643rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.70% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Celeron N2940 CPU

The Intel Celeron N2940 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Bay Trail microarchitecture. The N2940 is compatible with Intel BGA 1170 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the HD Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron N2940 supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Celeron N2940 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 56 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron N2940 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 1830.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.3 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron N2940 includes an integrated graphics solution called HD Graphics. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Celeron N2940 has the 651st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.42% 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-Z8550Celeron N2940
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Celeron
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2014
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Atom x5-Z85506% better
1,7375% of 36,991
Celeron N2940
1,6354% of 36,991

The Atom x5-Z8550 has 6% better performance than the Celeron N2940 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Atom x5-Z8550 is ranked 643rd with a score of 1,737, and the Celeron N2940 is ranked 651st with a score of 1,635.

Performance per dollar
Atom x5-Z8550
No data available
Celeron N2940
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Atom x5-Z8550 and the Celeron N2940 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-Z8550 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core M-5Y311,738.5+0%
Core i5-4300Y1,738+0%
Atom x5-Z85501,737
Pentium 2117U1,728-1%
E2-71101,725-1%
A8-4555M1,654-5%
Celeron N40201,650-5%
A4-50001,635-6%
Celeron N29401,635-6%
A9-94201,632-6%

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-Z8550Celeron N2940
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,737
(+6.24%)
1,635
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
134
(+21.27%)
110.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
36
(+1.41%)
35.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
530
(+6%)
500
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
178
(+6.59%)
167
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,187
(+14.46%)
1,037
CPU Mark Single-Thread
688
(+13.72%)
605
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-Z8550Celeron N2940
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm22 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-Z8550Celeron N2940
Series--Celeron
Microarchitecture--Bay Trail
CodenameCherry TrailBay Trail-M
Memory Support--DDR3
ECC Memory--No

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-Z8550Celeron N2940
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed1440.0 MHz1830.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2400.0 MHz2.3 GHz
Multiplier Unlocked--No

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-Z8550Celeron N2940
L1 Cache224 KB56 KB
L2 Cache2 MB512 KB
L3 Cache0 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-Z8550Celeron N2940
SocketSocket 1380 BGAIntel BGA 1170
Thermal Design Power (TDP)4 W7 W
TJ Max90 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecAtom x5-Z8550Celeron N2940
Integrated Graphics--HD Graphics
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, EIST, XD bit, BPT, NX

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