Intel Atom x5-Z8330

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Intel Atom x5-Z8330

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,741 Rank: 2034
Rank Name Score Visual
2030 E-350 3,764
+0.6%
2031 Intel Atom x5-E8000 3,754
+0.3%
2032 Sempron 3200+ 3,750
+0.2%
2033 Opteron 144 3,748
+0.2%
2034 Intel Atom x5-Z8330 3,741
2035 Celeron N2806 3,730
-0.3%
2036 Sempron 2200+ 3,722
-0.5%
2037 Athlon 64 2800+ 3,720
-0.6%
2038 Celeron N2810 3,718
-0.6%
2039 Intel Atom x5-Z8300 3,717
-0.6%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,264 Rank: 1865
Rank Name Score Visual
1861 A4-9120 4,265
+0%
1862 Core 2 Duo P9400 4,265
+0%
1863 Opteron 144 4,265
+0%
1864 Core i3-2365M 4,264
+0%
1865 Intel Atom x5-Z8330 4,264
1866 Athlon II P320 4,264
+0%
1867 Athlon 64 X2 6000+ 4,264
+0%
1868 A4-3305M 4,263
+-0%
1869 Core 2 Duo P8600 4,262
+-0%
1870 Sempron 2200+ 4,262
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,392 Rank: 2034
Rank Name Score Visual
2030 Celeron N2808 3,437
+1.3%
2031 Sempron 3200+ 3,424
+0.9%
2032 Opteron 144 3,404
+0.4%
2033 Intel Atom x5-E8000 3,393
+0%
2034 Intel Atom x5-Z8330 3,392
2035 Athlon 64 2800+ 3,372
-0.6%
2036 Celeron N2806 3,370
-0.6%
2037 Intel Atom x5-Z8300 3,364
-0.8%
2038 Sempron 2200+ 3,362
-0.9%
2039 Intel Atom x5-Z8350 3,356
-1.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Intel Atom x5-Z8330 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Intel Atom x5-Z8330 Details

Ranked #2034 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Atom x5-Z8330 sits near the bottom of the CPU hierarchy as of March 2026, reflecting its position as a low-power, budget-oriented processor from an earlier generation. Designed for mobile and embedded use, it belongs to Intel’s Atom family, specifically part of the Cherry Trail platform, and is built on the Airmont microarchitecture at a 14 nm process node. Despite its age—released over seven years ago—this processor remains relevant in niche applications where power efficiency and cost are prioritized over raw performance.

The x5-Z8330 features four cores and four threads, with a base frequency of 1.44 GHz and a turbo frequency of 1.92 GHz, enabling brief bursts of higher performance when needed. It includes a 2 MiB L2 cache but lacks an L3 cache, which limits its ability to handle complex workloads efficiently. With a thermal design power (TDP) of just 2 W, it is optimized for ultra-low power consumption, making it suitable for compact devices such as tablets and fanless systems. The integrated HD Graphics 400 GPU supports up to 2048 MiB of shared memory and operates at frequencies between 200 MHz and 500 MHz, providing basic graphics capabilities for light multimedia and web browsing.

Despite its modest specifications, the processor supports a range of modern features, including AES encryption, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, NX (No-eXecute), and Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep and Burst Performance technologies, which help manage power and performance dynamically. However, its performance is constrained by its single-core architecture and limited memory bandwidth. In benchmark tests, the x5-Z8330 achieved a single-core score of 3392, placing it at #2034 in single-core rankings, and a multicore score of 4264, ranking #1864 in multicore performance. These results place it behind even older CPUs like the Athlon 64 2800+ and the Celeron N2806, indicating its struggle to compete in modern computing environments.

In terms of memory, the x5-Z8330 supports up to 2048 MiB of DDR3L RAM, with a maximum bandwidth of 12.8 GB/s, which is adequate for basic tasks but insufficient for demanding applications. Its socket is not publicly documented, but it is designed for BGA packaging, typical of mobile and embedded platforms. While the processor does not support ECC memory or advanced virtualization features like AMD-V, its inclusion of Intel's advanced encryption standard instruction set provides basic security capabilities.

Given its low power consumption and integrated graphics, the Intel Atom x5-Z8330 is best suited for light-duty computing tasks such as web browsing, media playback, and office applications in portable or low-cost devices. However, its performance is significantly outpaced by contemporary processors, especially in multi-threaded workloads. For users seeking higher performance, even older mainstream CPUs like the Core 2 Duo P9400 or the Opteron 144 offer better results. As of March 2026, the x5-Z8330 remains a relic of the past, useful only in specific low-power scenarios where modern alternatives are impractical.
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Intel Intel Atom x5-Z8330

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Intel Atom x5-Z8330
Family: Atom
Series: Z8000
Model Number: x5-Z8330
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1440 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 1920 MHz
Microarchitecture: Airmont
Core Name: Cherry
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1

Cache Specifications

L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 96.0512 KiB (6-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 2 MiB (16-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 0 MiB (No)

Memory Specifications

Maximum Memory: 2 GB

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 400
GPU Max Frequency: 500 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 AES NX EIST BPT
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