Intel Core m5-6Y54 vs Intel Core i7-820QM

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Performance
Core m5-6Y54
2,5297% of 36,991
Core i7-820QM58% better
4,00211% of 36,991

The Core i7-820QM has 58% better performance than the Core m5-6Y54 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core m5-6Y5423% better
97% of 121.53
Core i7-820QM
7.336% of 121.53

The Core m5-6Y54 has 23% better value for the money than the Core i7-820QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core m5-6Y54 CPU

The Intel Core m5-6Y54 is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2015 with a suggested retail price of $281. It is part of Intel's Core m5 lineup, which is based on the Skylake-Y microarchitecture. The m5-6Y54 is compatible with Intel BGA 1515 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 515 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core m5-6Y54 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core m5-6Y54 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 m5-6Y54 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 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 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 m5-6Y54 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 515. 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 m5-6Y54 has the 564th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.84% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 2,529 score and $281 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9. This is the 202nd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-820QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-820QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2009 with a suggested retail price of $546. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-820QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-820QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-820QM 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-820QM features 4 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 1733.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.1 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 i7-820QM does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-820QM has the 452nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,002 score and $546 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 7.33. This is the 209th 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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore m5Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2015Q3 2009
Launch Price (MSRP)$281$546
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core m5-6Y54
2,5297% of 36,991
Core i7-820QM58% better
4,00211% of 36,991

The Core i7-820QM has 58% better performance than the Core m5-6Y54 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core m5-6Y54 is ranked 564th with a score of 2,529, and the Core i7-820QM is ranked 452nd with a score of 4,002.

Performance per dollar
Core m5-6Y5423% better
97% of 121.53
Core i7-820QM
7.336% of 121.53

The Core m5-6Y54 has 23% better value for the money than the Core i7-820QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core m5-6Y54 is ranked 202nd with a performance per dollar of 9, and the Core i7-820QM is ranked 209th with a performance per dollar of 7.33.

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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-8145U4,267.5+69%
Core i7-5500U4,008+58%
Core i7-820QM4,002+58%
Core i7-720QM3,936+56%
Core i5-5257U3,898+54%
Core m7-6Y752,678.5+6%
Pentium Silver N50002,619+4%
Core m5-6Y542,529
Celeron 3865U1,906-25%
Celeron J40051,877-26%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core m3-6Y309.62+7%
Core m5-6Y579.54+6%
Core m5-6Y549
Core i7-5650U8.92-1%
Core i7-840QM8.25-8%
Core i7-5550U8.15-9%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-18%
Core i7-820QM7.33-19%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-20%
Core m7-6Y756.82-24%

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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,529
4,002
(+58.24%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
222.5
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
103
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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977
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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387
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,267
(+27.79%)
1,774
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,304
(+27.59%)
1,022
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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm45 nm
Transistors--774 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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
SeriesCore m5Core i7
MicroarchitectureSkylake-YClarksfield
CodenameSkylake-YClarksfield
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed1100.0 MHz1733.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.7 GHz3.1 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz133 MHz
Multiplier11.0x13.0x
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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 MB8 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 m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
SocketIntel BGA 1515Intel Socket G1
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x10PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)5 W45 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore m5-6Y54Core i7-820QM
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 515--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, HTT, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, VT-x, VT-d, NX bit, TXT, TBT 1.0

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