Intel Pentium N3520 vs Intel Atom x5-Z8500

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Performance
Pentium N352033% better
1,7945% of 36,991
Atom x5-Z8500
1,3534% of 36,991

The Pentium N3520 has 33% better performance than the Atom x5-Z8500 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Pentium N3520
No data available
Atom x5-Z8500
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Summary

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About the Intel Pentium N3520 CPU

The Intel Pentium N3520 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N3520 is compatible with FCBGA1170 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Pentium N3520 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 Pentium N3520 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 2167.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2420.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium N3520 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series. 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 Pentium N3520 has the 634th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.85% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

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 678th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.66% 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.

InfoPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Market SegmentMobileMobile
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Pentium N352033% better
1,7945% of 36,991
Atom x5-Z8500
1,3534% of 36,991

The Pentium N3520 has 33% better performance than the Atom x5-Z8500 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Pentium N3520 is ranked 634th with a score of 1,794, and the Atom x5-Z8500 is ranked 678th with a score of 1,353.

Performance per dollar
Pentium N3520
No data available
Atom x5-Z8500
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Pentium N3520 and the Atom x5-Z8500 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:Pentium N3520 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium N35401,797+0%
Core i3-3229Y1,795+0%
Pentium N35201,794
Pentium 3558U1,787-0%
Pentium 2127U1,782-1%
Pentium 3560Y1,365-24%
A4-4300M1,355-24%
Atom x5-Z85001,353-25%
Atom Z3745D1,345-25%
A4-3305M1,338.5-25%

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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BenchmarkPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,794
(+32.59%)
1,353
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
144
(+35.21%)
106.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
38
(+7.04%)
35.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
484
(+0.41%)
482
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
170
170
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,147
1,237
(+7.85%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
664
(+5.06%)
632
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.

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Process Size22 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.

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
CodenameBay 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.

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed2167.0 MHz1440.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2420.0 MHz2240.0 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.

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
L1 Cache224 KB224 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.

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
SocketFCBGA1170UTFCBGA1380
Thermal Design Power (TDP)7.5 W2 W
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPentium N3520Atom x5-Z8500
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series--

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