Low-Power Gaming: AMD's E-350 Vs. Intel Atom D525 And Ion 2

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Low-power PC platforms are obviously not built for gaming, but we punish two AMD and Intel systems with popular 3D titles anyway. The results don't shock and awe, but sometimes pleasantly surprise.

Benchmark Results: Burnout Paradise

While F1 2010 is too much for these platforms to handle, Burnout Paradise might be a good alternative:

At 1024x600, the game is playable, although an extra 5 FPS would be appreciated. Burnout Paradise is still a great romp, and it remains the most fun racing game I’ve played. The resolution doesn't make much of a difference beyond 1024x600, as the game appears to be CPU-limited, but 1080p feels a bit choppier than 720p.

Verdict:

Burnout Paradise is playable on both platforms at 1024x600 and on the verge of playable at 720p.

Don Woligroski
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Don Woligroski was a former senior hardware editor for Tom's Hardware. He has covered a wide range of PC hardware topics, including CPUs, GPUs, system building, and emerging technologies.