Intel Atom x7-Z8700
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Released
Q1/2015
Intel Atom x7-Z8700

Processor Intel Atom x7-Z8700, specifications and benchmarks

1636 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Atom x7-Z8700 processor is installed in BGA 138 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 1.60 GHz. The Intel Atom x7-Z8700 has a total of 4 cores. Release date: Q1/2015. TDP is 2 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Atom x7-Z8700 processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Atom x7-Z8700.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Family
  • Generation
    1
  • CPU group
    Intel Atom x3/x5/x7
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Intel Atom x7-Z8700. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    1.60 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    2.40 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4
  • Turbo (4 Cores)
    2.40 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    Intel HD Graphics 405 (16EU)
  • GPU frequency
    0.20 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    0.60 GHz
  • Execution units
    16
  • Shader
    128
  • Max. GPU Memory
    8 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    8
  • DirectX Version
    12
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Release date
    Q2/2015
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    No
  • VP8
    Decode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    LPDDR3-1600
  • Max. Memory
  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    2.0
  • PCIe lanes
    2
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    2 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    2.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Cherry Trail
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Socket
    BGA 138
  • Release date
    Q1/2015
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Atom x7-Z8700 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    1034 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    984 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1411 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1409 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1440 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    672 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    764 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    301 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1200 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Atom x7-Z8700 with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
147
147
146
145
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
224
224
223
222
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
766
766
763
757
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
154
154
154
154
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
0.49
0.49
0.49
0.47
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
1.84
1.82
1.8
1.79
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
The iGPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene, based on CINEMA 4D
14.9
14.8
14.8
14.5
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
2124
2115
2105
2090
Intel Atom x7-Z8700

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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