Core i5-7Y57 vs A8-5500

Core i5-7Y57

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2017

A8-5500

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7Y57

2 / 4

2,585

0.0%

2,615

+1.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i5-7Y57 is positioned at rank 1101 and the A8-5500 is on rank 472, so the A8-5500 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 i5-7Y57

#1088

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3189%

#1089

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3142%

#1090

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2885%

#1091

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2872%

#1092

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2845%

#1094

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2748%

#1095

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2635%

#1096

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2630%

#1097

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2560%

#1100

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

100%

#1101

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1103

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

99%

#1104

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

98%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1107

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1108

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

97%

#1109

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

96%

#1110

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1111

Pentium B970

MSRP: $125|Avg: $39

95%

#1112

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1113

Pentium T2370

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

94%

#1114

Pentium N3710

MSRP: $161|Avg: $50

94%

#1115

Core m3-7Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A8-5500

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7153%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

6759%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4907%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1478%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1171%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1024%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

587%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

579%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

527%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

527%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

521%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

507%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

500%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

498%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

494%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

100%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

99%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

99%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#472

A8-5500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#476

Athlon X4 830

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

99%

#480

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#483

Core i7-8700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $110

97%

#487

Pentium Dual-Core E2220

MSRP: $32|Avg: $32

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 i5-7Y57 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7Y57	A8-5500
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A8-5500 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7Y57	A8-5500
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i5-7Y57 Benchmark Check

A8-5500 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7Y57 and A8-5500

Core i5-7Y57

The Core i5-7Y57 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,585 points. Launch price was $281.

A8-5500

The A8-5500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,615 points. Launch price was $90.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-7Y57 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-5500 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5500 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-7Y57 versus 3.7 GHz on the A8-5500 — a 11.4% clock advantage for the A8-5500 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-7Y57 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the A8-5500 uses Trinity (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7Y57 scores 2,585 against the A8-5500's 2,615 — a 1.2% lead for the A8-5500. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-7Y57 vs 0 kB on the A8-5500.

Feature	Core i5-7Y57	A8-5500
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	3.7 GHz+12%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	3.2 GHz+167%
L3 Cache	4 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Trinity (2012−2013)
PassMark	2,585	2,615+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7Y57 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-5500 uses FM2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-1866 on the Core i5-7Y57 versus 1866 on the A8-5500 — the A8-5500 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-5500 supports up to 64 of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-7Y57) vs 16 (A8-5500) — the A8-5500 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i5-7Y57	A8-5500
Socket	FCBGA1515	FM2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-1866	1866+62100%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+26214300%	64
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	16+33%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7Y57) vs true (A8-5500). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 615 (Core i5-7Y57) and Radeon HD 7560D (A8-5500) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7Y57 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A8-5500 rivals Pentium G2120.