Core i5-7200U vs Pentium Gold G5420T

Core i5-7200U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2016

Pentium Gold G5420T

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7200U

2 / 4

3,369

0.0%

3,370

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. The Core i5-7200U is positioned at rank #643 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i5-7200U

#631

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

871%

#632

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

858%

#633

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

788%

#634

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

784%

#635

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

777%

#637

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

750%

#638

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

720%

#639

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

718%

#640

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

699%

#643

Core i5-7200U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#650

Core i5-1345UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 Pentium Gold G5420T (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7200U	Pentium Gold G5420T
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-7200U (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7200U	Pentium Gold G5420T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i5-7200U Benchmark Check

Pentium Gold G5420T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7200U and Pentium Gold G5420T

Core i5-7200U

The Core i5-7200U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,369 points. Launch price was $281.

Pentium Gold G5420T

The Pentium Gold G5420T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,370 points. Launch price was $64.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-7200U and Pentium Gold G5420T share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i5-7200U versus 3.2 GHz on the Pentium Gold G5420T — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G5420T (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-7200U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium Gold G5420T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7200U scores 3,369 against the Pentium Gold G5420T's 3,370 — a 0% lead for the Pentium Gold G5420T. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-7200U vs 4 MB on the Pentium Gold G5420T.

Feature	Core i5-7200U	Pentium Gold G5420T
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.2 GHz+3%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	3.2 GHz+28%
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	3,369	3,370

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7200U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Gold G5420T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-7200U	Pentium Gold G5420T
Socket	BGA1356	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7200U) / not specified (Pentium Gold G5420T). The Core i5-7200U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 620), while the Pentium Gold G5420T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7200U targets Mobile.