AMD Ryzen 5 5500U vs Intel Core i5-1230U

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Performance
Ryzen 5 5500U
10,04027% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U0% better
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i5-1230U has 0% better performance than the Ryzen 5 5500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 5500U
No data available
Core i5-1230U
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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2021. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 5500U is compatible with AMD Socket FP6 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics 448SP integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 5500U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 5500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 5 5500U features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 5 5500U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics 448SP. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 5 5500U has the 246th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.14% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-1230U CPU

The Intel Core i5-1230U is a 10-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-U microarchitecture. The i5-1230U is compatible with Intel BGA 1781 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 80EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1230U supports DDR4, DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-1230U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-1230U features 10 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 2 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-1230U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 80EU. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-1230U has the 244th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 5Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2021Q1 2022
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 5 5500U
10,04027% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U0% better
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i5-1230U has 0% better performance than the Ryzen 5 5500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 5500U is ranked 246th with a score of 10,040, and the Core i5-1230U is ranked 244th with a score of 10,067.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 5500U
No data available
Core i5-1230U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 5 5500U and the Core i5-1230U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 5 5500U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U10,315+3%
Core i5-1235U10,290+2%
Core i7-1160G710,247.5+2%
Core i7-4980HQ10,201+2%
Core i5-1230U10,067+0%
Ryzen 5 4680U10,051+0%
Ryzen 5 5500U10,040
Core i7-7820HK10,019-0%
Core i7-7920HQ10,006-0%
Core i3-1215U9,991.5-0%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 5 5500U orCore i5-1230U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,040
10,067
(+0.27%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,074.5
(+68.2%)
3,017
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,247
(+142.61%)
514
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
177
186.8
(+5.54%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,531
5,550
(+22.49%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,286
1,593
(+23.87%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,046
(+16.14%)
11,233
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,442
2,782
(+13.92%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size7 nm10 nm
Transistors9,800 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
SeriesRyzen 5Core i5
MicroarchitectureZen 2Alder Lake-U
CodenameLucienneAlder Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4, DDR5
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
Cores610
Threads1212
Performance Cores (P-cores)--2
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed2.1 GHz1000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz4.4 GHz
P-core Clock--1000.0 MHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.4 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x10.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache8 MB12 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
SocketAMD Socket FP6Intel BGA 1781
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x12PCIe 4.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W9 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--9 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--29 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 5 5500UCore i5-1230U
Integrated GraphicsRadeon Graphics 448SPIris Xe 80EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.