Intel Core i3-5015U vs AMD Ryzen 7 4700U

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Performance
Core i3-5015U
2,7157% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 4700U254% better
9,601.526% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 4700U has 254% better performance than the Core i3-5015U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-5015U
9.878% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 4700U
No data available

The Core i3-5015U has 8% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-5015U CPU

The Intel Core i3-5015U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $275. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i3-5015U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-5015U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-5015U 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 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-5015U features 2 total cores which can process 4 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. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-5015U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5500. 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 & Value

The Core i3-5015U has the 545th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.34% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 2,715 score and $275 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.87. This is the 193rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is a 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2020. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 4700U 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 7 4700U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 4700U 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 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 4700U features 8 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 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 7 4700U 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 7 4700U has the 256th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.96% 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.

InfoCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2015Q1 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)$275--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-5015U
2,7157% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 4700U254% better
9,601.526% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 4700U has 254% better performance than the Core i3-5015U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-5015U is ranked 545th with a score of 2,715, and the Ryzen 7 4700U is ranked 256th with a score of 9,601.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-5015U
9.878% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 4700U
No data available

The Core i3-5015U has 19% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i3-5015U's 9.87 performance per dollar ranks it 193rd among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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:Core i3-5015U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1505M v69,813+261%
Core i7-6820HQ9,731+258%
Ryzen 7 4700U9,601.5+254%
Core i7-8706G9,579+253%
Core i7-6820HK9,468+249%
Core i5-L16G73,015+11%
Core i3-5010U3,002+11%
Core i3-5015U2,715
Core i3-5005U2,711-0%
Celeron J41252,706-0%

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:Core i3-5015U orRyzen 7 4700U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-720QM10.81+10%
Core i5-L16G710.73+9%
Core i3-5010U10.68+8%
Core i7-5557U10.38+5%
Core i7-5500U10.2+3%
Core i3-5015U9.87
Core i3-5005U9.86-0%
Core i7-640M9.7-2%
Core i7-5600U9.65-2%
Core m3-6Y309.62-3%

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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BenchmarkCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,715
9,601.5
(+253.65%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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4,722
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
214
1,094.5
(+411.45%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
85
180
(+111.76%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,408
4,908
(+248.58%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
689
1,354
(+96.52%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,869
13,399
(+616.91%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,036
2,525
(+143.73%)
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.

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm7 nm
Transistors1,300 million9,800 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.

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-UZen 2
CodenameBroadwell-URenoir
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
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.

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
Cores28
Threads48
Clock Speed2.1 GHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock--4.2 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x18.0x
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.

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache3 MB12 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.

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
SocketIntel BGA 1168AMD Socket FP6
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x12PCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W25 W
Tcase Max105 °C--
TJ Max105 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i3-5015URyzen 7 4700U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 5500Radeon Graphics 448SP
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTTMMX, 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 2

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