
Core i5-560UM

Pentium J2850
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.
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 i5-560UM is positioned at rank 1224 and the Pentium J2850 is on rank 1057, so the Pentium J2850 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560UM
Performance Per Dollar Pentium J2850
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($94) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-D (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+166%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($94) |
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 i5-560UM and Pentium J2850

Core i5-560UM
The Core i5-560UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,015 points. Launch price was $250.

Pentium J2850
The Pentium J2850 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-D (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.41 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,016 points. Launch price was $94.
Processing Power
The Core i5-560UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium J2850 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Pentium J2850 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Core i5-560UM versus 2.4 GHz on the Pentium J2850 — a 11.9% clock advantage for the Pentium J2850 (base: 1.33 GHz vs 2.41 GHz). The Core i5-560UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium J2850 uses Bay Trail-D (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-560UM scores 1,015 against the Pentium J2850's 1,016 — a 0.1% lead for the Pentium J2850. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-560UM vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium J2850.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.13 GHz | 2.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 1.33 GHz | 2.41 GHz+81% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Bay Trail-D (2013) |
| PassMark | 1,015 | 1,016 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-560UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium J2850 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i5-560UM) / not specified (Pentium J2850). The Core i5-560UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Pentium J2850 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-560UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-560UM launched at $250 MSRP, while the Pentium J2850 debuted at $94.
| Feature | Core i5-560UM | Pentium J2850 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $94-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $94 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2013 |
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