Core i5-7Y57 vs Pentium B940

Core i5-7Y57

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2017

Pentium B940

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7Y57

2 / 4

2,585

0.0%

2,610

+1.0%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i5-7Y57 is positioned at rank 1101 and the Pentium B940 is on rank 895, so the Pentium B940 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 Pentium B940

#883

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1506%

#884

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1484%

#885

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1362%

#886

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1356%

#887

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1344%

#889

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1298%

#890

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1244%

#891

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1242%

#892

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1209%

#895

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

100%

#896

Core i5-8305G

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

100%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

100%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#905

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

96%

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	Pentium B940
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($11)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium B940 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7Y57	Pentium B940
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2479%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($11)

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

Pentium B940 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7Y57 and Pentium B940

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.

Pentium B940

The Pentium B940 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,610 points. Launch price was $134.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-7Y57 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium B940's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-7Y57 versus 2 GHz on the Pentium B940 — a 49.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-7Y57 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-7Y57 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium B940 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7Y57 scores 2,585 against the Pentium B940's 2,610 — a 1% lead for the Pentium B940. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-7Y57 vs 2 MB (total) on the Pentium B940.

Feature	Core i5-7Y57	Pentium B940
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+65%	2 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2 GHz+67%
L3 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB+100%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	2,585	2,610

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7Y57 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium B940 uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-7Y57	Pentium B940
Socket	FCBGA1515	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-1866	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7Y57) / not specified (Pentium B940). The Core i5-7Y57 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 615), while the Pentium B940 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7Y57 targets Mobile.

Feature	Core i5-7Y57	Pentium B940
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 615	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	—
Target Use	Mobile	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-7Y57 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Pentium B940 debuted at $134. At current prices ($281 vs $11), the Pentium B940 is $270 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7Y57 delivers 9.2 pts/$ vs 237.3 pts/$ for the Pentium B940 — making the Pentium B940 the 185.1% better value option.