Core i3-5005U vs Celeron M 560

Core i3-5005U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2 GHz2015

Celeron M 560

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.13 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-5005U

2 / 4

2,012

+0.2%

2,008

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i3-5005U is positioned at rank 362 and the Celeron M 560 is on rank 819, so the Core i3-5005U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-5005U

#107

Core Ultra 5 228V

MSRP: $295|Avg: $295

100%

#111

Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $180

99%

#350

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

510%

#351

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

503%

#352

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

462%

#353

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

460%

#354

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

455%

#356

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

440%

#357

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

422%

#358

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

421%

#359

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

410%

#362

Core i3-5005U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#375

Pentium Dual Core T3200

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron M 560

#807

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1257%

#808

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1238%

#809

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1137%

#810

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1131%

#811

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1121%

#813

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1083%

#814

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1038%

#815

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1036%

#816

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1009%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

#824

Celeron Dual-Core T3000

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#825

Pentium P6100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16.39

96%

#828

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

95%

#829

Core i7-10710U

MSRP: $415|Avg: N/A

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-5005U (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-5005U	Celeron M 560
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Merom (2006−2008) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron M 560 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-5005U	Celeron M 560
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-5005U Benchmark Check

Celeron M 560 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-5005U and Celeron M 560

Core i3-5005U

The Core i3-5005U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,012 points. Launch price was $275.

Celeron M 560

The Celeron M 560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Merom (2006−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.13 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,008 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-5005U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron M 560 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core i3-5005U has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i3-5005U versus 2.13 GHz on the Celeron M 560 — a 6.3% clock advantage for the Celeron M 560. The Core i3-5005U uses the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron M 560 uses Merom (2006−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-5005U scores 2,012 against the Celeron M 560's 2,008 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-5005U.

Feature	Core i3-5005U	Celeron M 560
Cores / Threads	2 / 4+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2.13 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	14 nm-78%	65 nm
Architecture	Broadwell-U (2015)	Merom (2006−2008)
PassMark	2,012	2,008
Geekbench 6 Single	617	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,227	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-5005U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron M 560 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-5005U versus 667 on the Celeron M 560 — the Celeron M 560 supports 198.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-5005U supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i3-5005U) vs 0 (Celeron M 560) — the Core i3-5005U offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel Broadwell-U (Core i3-5005U) and GL960,GM965 (Celeron M 560).

Feature	Core i3-5005U	Celeron M 560
Socket	FCBGA1168	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	667+22133%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+419430300%	4
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: true (Core i3-5005U) vs false (Celeron M 560). The Core i3-5005U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 5500), while the Celeron M 560 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Celeron M 560 rivals Mobile Sempron 3600+.