Core i5-6287U
VS
Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Core i5-6287U vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Intel

Core i5-6287U

2 Cores4 Thrd28 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2015
VS
AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2019

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 i5-6287U is positioned at rank 470 and the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, so the Core i5-6287U 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 i5-6287U

#458
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
618%
#459
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
609%
#460
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
559%
#461
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
556%
#462
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
551%
#464
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
532%
#465
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
510%
#466
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
509%
#467
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
496%
#470
Core i5-6287U
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#472
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G

#460
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
618%
#461
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
609%
#462
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
559%
#463
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
556%
#464
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
551%
#466
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
532%
#467
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
510%
#468
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
510%
#469
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
496%
#472
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCore i5-6287URyzen Embedded R1505G
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6287U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCore i5-6287URyzen Embedded R1505G
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-6287U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Intel

Core i5-6287U

The Core i5-6287U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,801 points. Launch price was $304.

AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.

Processing Power

Both the Core i5-6287U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6287U versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-6287U (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-6287U uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6287U scores 3,801 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-6287U. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-6287U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

FeatureCore i5-6287URyzen Embedded R1505G
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 4
Boost Clock
3.5 GHz+6%
3.3 GHz
Base Clock
3.1 GHz+29%
2.4 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512 kB
512 kB (per core)
Process
14 nm
14 nm
Architecture
Skylake (2015−2016)
Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark
3,801
3,799
Geekbench 6 Single
816
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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-6287U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-6287U) vs 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — the Core i5-6287U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCore i5-6287URyzen Embedded R1505G
Socket
BGA1356
FP5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-2133
DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB
32 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
12+50%
8
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-6287U) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). Both include integrated graphics Iris Graphics 550 (Core i5-6287U) and Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6287U targets High Performance Laptop, Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i5-6287U rivals FX-9800P.

FeatureCore i5-6287URyzen Embedded R1505G
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Iris Graphics 550
Radeon Vega 3
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
AMD-V
Target Use
High Performance Laptop
Embedded