Intel Core M-5Y31 vs AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

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Performance
Core M-5Y31
1,738.55% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7950X1,927% better
35,24395% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7950X has 1,927% better performance than the Core M-5Y31 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core M-5Y31
No data available
Ryzen 9 7950X
50.4241% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 7950X has 41% 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 M-5Y31 CPU

The Intel Core M-5Y31 is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2014. It is part of Intel's Core M lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-Y microarchitecture. The M-5Y31 is compatible with Intel BGA 1234 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5300 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core M-5Y31 supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core M-5Y31 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 M-5Y31 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 900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.4 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 M-5Y31 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5300. 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 M-5Y31 has the 642nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.70% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2022 with a suggested retail price of $699. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7950X is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 7950X supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 7950X 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 7950X features 16 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 9 7950X includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics. 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 Ryzen 9 7950X has the 2nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 95.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 35,243 score and $699 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 50.42. This is the 49th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoCore M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore MRyzen 9
Market SegmentMobileDesktop
Release DateQ4 2014Q3 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)--$699
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core M-5Y31
1,738.55% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 7950X1,927% better
35,24395% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7950X has 1,927% better performance than the Core M-5Y31 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core M-5Y31 is ranked 642nd with a score of 1,738.5, and the Ryzen 9 7950X is ranked 2nd with a score of 35,243.

Performance per dollar
Core M-5Y31
No data available
Ryzen 9 7950X
50.4241% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 7950X has 95% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 9 7950X's 50.42 performance per dollar ranks it 0th 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 M-5Y31 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D36,991+2,028%
Ryzen 9 7950X35,243+1,927%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D32,947+1,795%
Core i7-14700K32,336+1,760%
Core i5-14600K31,641+1,720%
Pentium 3556U1,756+1%
Pentium N37101,742.5+0%
Core M-5Y311,738.5
Core i5-4300Y1,738-0%
Atom x5-Z85501,737-0%

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 M-5Y31 orRyzen 9 7950X
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i9-14900K53.58+6%
Core i9-13900K52.95+5%
Ryzen 9 7950X3D52.92+5%
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79+5%
Ryzen 9 7900X50.51+0%
Ryzen 9 7950X50.42
Core i9-1290046.85-7%
Core i9-12900K43.78-13%
Core i9-10900K40.1-20%
Core i9-11900K38.33-24%

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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,738.5
35,243
(+1,927.21%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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16,972
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
208
5,947.5
(+2,759.38%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
98
315.5
(+221.94%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
19,810
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
--
2,972
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,911
62,846
(+3,188.64%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,258
4,284
(+240.54%)
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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm5 nm
Transistors1,300 million13,140 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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
SeriesCore MRyzen 9
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-YZen 4
CodenameBroadwell-YRaphael
Memory SupportDDR4DDR5
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
Cores216
Threads432
Clock Speed900.0 MHz4.5 GHz
Turbo Clock2.4 GHz5.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier9.0x45.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache4 MB64 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 M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
SocketIntel BGA 1234AMD Socket AM5
PCI Express--PCIe 5.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)5 W170 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--230 W
Tcase Max--47 °C
TJ Max95 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore M-5Y31Ryzen 9 7950X
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 5300Radeon Graphics
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTTMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2

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