Intel Atom CE4130

Intel Atom CE4130 is a single-core, single-thread mobile processor from Intel's Sodaville generation, built on a 45 nm process with a base clock of 1200 MHz. It holds a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, indicating it sits at the median of the performance distribution, though its average benchmark score is zero, reflecting its status as an end-of-life product with no active benchmark submissions.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Atom CE4130 does not have any recorded benchmark scores in the database, resulting in an average benchmark score of zero. This absence of data is not an indication of performance parity with other processors, but rather a reflection of its limited market presence and production status, which has been designated as end-of-life. The processor's percentile rank of 50 places it exactly at the midpoint of all CPUs tracked, yet this figure is derived from the distribution of all entries, not from direct competitive testing.

Given the lack of nearest rivals and benchmark scores, quantitative comparisons to other processors cannot be made from the available data. The processor's single core and single thread configuration, combined with a 1200.00 MHz base clock and no boost capability, suggests a design focused on minimal power consumption rather than computational throughput. In the absence of deltas or percentile breakdowns, the data indicates that this processor is not positioned for performance-sensitive workloads, and any attempt to infer its standing relative to other CPUs would be speculative without concrete benchmark results.

The zero average benchmark score also implies that no standardized test has been successfully executed or reported for this unit. This is consistent with its classification as a mobile segment product from 2009, a time when such processors were typically embedded in specialized devices rather than general-purpose computing platforms. The database does not provide any multi-core or single-core score splits, further limiting the ability to assess its performance characteristics beyond the architectural specifications listed.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The Atom CE4130 is architecturally a single-core processor with one thread, meaning it has no multi-threaded capability whatsoever. Its base clock of 1200.00 MHz is the only operating frequency, as no boost clock is specified. This configuration dictates that all workloads, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded, are processed serially, with no parallel execution possible.

For real-world applications, this means the processor can only handle one instruction stream at a time. Single-thread performance is therefore entirely dependent on the 1200.00 MHz clock speed and the efficiency of the 45 nm Atom architecture, which prioritizes low power over high instruction throughput. The cache hierarchy, 56 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, is modest, likely limiting performance in memory-intensive tasks, though the absence of an L3 cache is notable for a processor of this era.

Because there are no threads beyond the single one, the processor cannot exhibit different single-thread versus multi-thread behavior; the two are identical by definition. Benchmark results, if they existed, would show no scaling difference between single-threaded and multi-threaded tests, as both would run on the same single execution pipeline. This design is typical for ultra-low-power embedded or mobile applications where tasks are simple and sequential, and where the thermal and power budget is extremely constrained.

Power and Thermals

The Intel Atom CE4130 has a thermal design power (TDP) of 7 watts, placing it in the ultra-low-power class of processors. This TDP figure is among the lowest for any x86-compatible CPU, reflecting its intended use in fanless or passively cooled systems. The 45 nm process node, while dated by modern standards, was instrumental in achieving this low power envelope at the time of its release in 2009.

A 7-watt TDP implies that a basic passive heatsink or a small, low-speed fan would be sufficient for thermal management. The processor does not require the robust cooling solutions associated with higher-TDP desktop parts, nor does it necessitate any liquid cooling or large air coolers. The socket, Intel BGA 951, is a ball-grid array package, meaning the processor is soldered directly to the motherboard, which further simplifies cooling by eliminating the need for a socket retention mechanism.

The integrated graphics are noted as a chipset feature, available "on certain motherboards," which suggests that the GPU is not integrated into the CPU die itself but rather into the chipset. This separation likely contributes to the low TDP, as the CPU core does not share thermal load with a graphics unit. The data indicates no boost clock, so power draw remains constant at its base frequency, avoiding transient thermal spikes that might otherwise require more aggressive cooling. In terms of cooling tier, this processor would be adequately served by a small passive aluminum heatsink, typical of embedded or nettop-class devices.

FAQ

Q: What is the base clock speed of the Intel Atom CE4130?

A: The base clock speed is 1200.00 MHz, and there is no boost clock available, so the processor operates at this fixed frequency at all times.

Q: How many cores and threads does this processor have?

A: It has exactly one core and one thread, making it a strictly single-tasking processor with no hyper-threading or multi-core support.

Q: What is the TDP of the Atom CE4130, and what does that imply for cooling?

A: The TDP is 7 watts, which is an ultra-low-power classification. This implies that a simple passive heatsink or a very small low-speed fan is sufficient; no high-performance cooling solution is required.

Q: Does the Atom CE4130 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported. The processor supports DDR2 and DDR3 memory types without error-correcting code functionality.

Q: What is the production status of this processor?

A: The production status is end-of-life, meaning Intel has discontinued manufacturing this part. Its release date was September 23, 2009.

Q: Is the integrated graphics included on the CPU die?

A: No, the integrated graphics are a chipset feature, available only on certain motherboards when the chipset provides that functionality. It is not a built-in component of the CPU itself.

How It Compares

The Intel Atom CE4130 has no nearest rivals listed in the benchmark database. Consequently, there are no direct comparison points, no delta percentages, and no relative score differences to report against other processors. The data shows that this processor occupies a unique position in the database, one where it is neither benchmarked nor compared to any contemporary or competing parts.

Without rival entries, the comparison must rely on its architectural positioning. As a single-core, single-thread Atom processor from the Sodaville generation, its natural competitors would be other ultra-low-power mobile CPUs from the same era, likely also featuring minimal core counts and low clock speeds. However, the database does not provide any such entries for this specific part, leaving its performance relationship to other processors undefined.

The 50th percentile ranking, while seemingly neutral, is a statistical artifact of the database's full CPU distribution rather than a measured performance outcome. With zero benchmark scores and no rivals, the Atom CE4130 cannot be positioned relative to any other product in a meaningful quantitative way. The only definitive statements are its specifications: 1 core, 1 thread, 1200.00 MHz base clock, 7 W TDP, and 512 KB L2 cache. These figures place it in the most basic tier of computing hardware, suitable for tasks that require minimal processing power and have stringent power constraints, but any further comparison is unsupported by the available data.