CPU
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Core i5-11500B
Core Ultra 5 228V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-11500B
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 228V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($295) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+61%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($295) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-11500B and Core Ultra 5 228V
Core i5-11500B
The Core i5-11500B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. L2 cache: 7.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,075 points. Launch price was $299.
Core Ultra 5 228V
The Core Ultra 5 228V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,955 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i5-11500B packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 228V offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core Ultra 5 228V has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-11500B versus 4.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 228V — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Core i5-11500B (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-11500B uses the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 228V uses Lunar Lake (2024) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11500B scores 17,075 against the Core Ultra 5 228V's 16,955 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-11500B. L3 cache: 12 MB on the Core i5-11500B vs 8 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 228V.
| Feature | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 8+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+2% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+57% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 7.5 MB+200% | 2.5 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-H (2021) | Lunar Lake (2024) |
| PassMark | 17,075 | 16,955 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,932 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,585 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,053 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-11500B uses the FCBGA1787 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 5 228V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-11500B versus LPDDR5X-8533 on the Core Ultra 5 228V — the Core Ultra 5 228V supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-11500B supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-11500B) vs 8 (Core Ultra 5 228V) — the Core i5-11500B offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1787 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR5X-8533+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+300% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+150% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i5-11500B supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-11500B) vs Yes (Core Ultra 5 228V). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 32EU (Core i5-11500B) and Arc 130V (Core Ultra 5 228V) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11500B targets Desktop / Mini PC.
| Feature | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 32EU | Arc 130V |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | Desktop / Mini PC | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-11500B launched at $185 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 228V debuted at $295. At current prices ($185 vs $295), the Core i5-11500B is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-11500B delivers 92.3 pts/$ vs 57.5 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 228V — making the Core i5-11500B the 46.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-11500B | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $185-37% | $295 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $185-37% | $295 |
| Performance per Dollar | 92.3+61% | 57.5 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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