Intel Core i7-5550U vs Intel Core i3-4158U

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Performance
Core i7-5550U28% better
3,4709% of 36,991
Core i3-4158U
2,721.57% of 36,991

The Core i7-5550U has 28% better performance than the Core i3-4158U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5550U
8.157% of 121.53
Core i3-4158U
No data available

The Core i7-5550U has 7% 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 i7-5550U CPU

The Intel Core i7-5550U 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 $426. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i7-5550U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 6000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-5550U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-5550U 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-5550U 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 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.0 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 Core i7-5550U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 6000. 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 i7-5550U has the 488th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 9.38% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,470 score and $426 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.15. This is the 206th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i3-4158U CPU

The Intel Core i3-4158U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i3-4158U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5100 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-4158U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i3-4158U 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 i3-4158U 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 2000.0 MHz. 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 i3-4158U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5100. 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 i3-4158U has the 543rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.36% 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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2015Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$426--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-5550U28% better
3,4709% of 36,991
Core i3-4158U
2,721.57% of 36,991

The Core i7-5550U has 28% better performance than the Core i3-4158U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-5550U is ranked 488th with a score of 3,470, and the Core i3-4158U is ranked 543rd with a score of 2,721.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5550U
8.157% of 121.53
Core i3-4158U
No data available

The Core i7-5550U has 15% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-5550U's 8.15 performance per dollar ranks it 206th 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 i7-5550U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-5250U3,586.5+3%
Core i5-5350U3,479+0%
Core i7-5550U3,470
Core i5-5300U3,439-1%
Core i5-5200U3,365.5-3%
Core i5-480M2,741-21%
Athlon Silver 3050e2,724-21%
Core i3-4158U2,721.5-22%
Celeron N45052,719.5-22%
Core i3-5015U2,715-22%

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 i7-5550U orCore i3-4158U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core m3-6Y309.62+18%
Core m5-6Y579.54+17%
Core m5-6Y549+10%
Core i7-5650U8.92+10%
Core i7-840QM8.25+1%
Core i7-5550U8.15
Core i7-2960XM7.39-9%
Core i7-820QM7.33-10%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-11%
Core m7-6Y756.82-16%

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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,470
(+27.5%)
2,721.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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194
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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77
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,864
(+49.09%)
1,921
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,703
(+58.42%)
1,075
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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors1,900 million1,400 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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
SeriesCore i7Core i3
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-UHaswell
CodenameBroadwell-UHaswell
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
Cores22
Threads44
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz2000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.0 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier20.0x20.0x
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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 MB3 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 i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
SocketIntel BGA 1168Intel BGA 1168
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x12--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W28 W
Tcase Max105 °C--
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-5550UCore i3-4158U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 6000Intel HD 5100
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-d, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTT, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI

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