Intel Atom N2600

Intel Atom N2600

About processor

The Intel Atom N2600 processor is a solid choice for mobile platforms, offering reliable performance in a compact package. With a code name of Cedarview and built on 32nm technology, it offers a good balance of power and energy efficiency. The processor features two cores and four threads, allowing for decent multitasking capabilities. With a low thermal design power (TDP) of only 4W, the N2600 is able to deliver efficient performance without draining battery life. The integrated graphics model also offers good visuals on certain motherboards, making it suitable for light gaming and multimedia tasks. In terms of benchmark performance, the Intel Atom N2600 processor scores a 77 in Geekbench 6 single-core tests and 188 in multi-core tests. While these scores may not be as high as those of more powerful processors, they are still respectable for the Atom's target market of low-power, mobile devices. Overall, the Intel Atom N2600 processor is a reliable choice for mobile platforms, offering good performance and energy efficiency for everyday tasks. Its low power consumption and integrated graphics make it a suitable option for lightweight computing needs.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
December 2011
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
Atom N2600
Code Name
Cedarview

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
2
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
1600 MHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
N/A
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
512 KB (per core)
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel BGA 559
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
32 nm
TDP
4 W

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
On certain motherboards (Chipset feature)

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
77
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
188
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
83
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
220
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
289
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
360

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
79 +2.6%
78 +1.3%
72 -6.5%
69 -10.4%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
189 +0.5%
188 +0%
183 -2.7%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
88 +6%
85 +2.4%
79 -4.8%
77 -7.2%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
232 +5.5%
232 +5.5%
210 -4.5%
202 -8.2%
Passmark CPU Single Core
303 +4.8%
294 +1.7%
273 -5.5%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
369 +2.5%
341 -5.3%
338 -6.1%