CPU
GPU
Core i7-5500U
Celeron G5925
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. The Core i7-5500U is positioned at rank #733 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-5500U
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5925
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-5500U | Celeron G5925 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-5500U | Celeron G5925 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 i7-5500U and Celeron G5925
Core i7-5500U
The Core i7-5500U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,807 points. Launch price was $393.
Celeron G5925
The Celeron G5925 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,808 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i7-5500U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G5925's 2 cores. The Core i7-5500U is built on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-5500U scores 2,807 against the Celeron G5925's 2,808 — a 0% lead for the Celeron G5925. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 956 vs 756, a 23.4% lead for the Core i7-5500U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,933 vs 1,248 (43.1% advantage for the Core i7-5500U). L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-5500U vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5925.
| Feature | Core i7-5500U | Celeron G5925 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell-U (2015) | — |
| PassMark | 2,807 | 2,808 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 956+26% | 756 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,933+55% | 1,248 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-5500U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5925 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 on the Core i7-5500U versus DDR4-2666 on the Celeron G5925 — the Celeron G5925 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G5925 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-5500U) vs 16 (Celeron G5925) — the Celeron G5925 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Broadwell-U SoC (Core i7-5500U) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5925).
| Feature | Core i7-5500U | Celeron G5925 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 128 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Core i7-5500U) vs VT-x (Celeron G5925). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 5500 (Core i7-5500U) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G5925) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-5500U targets Ultrabook, Celeron G5925 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5925 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.
| Feature | Core i7-5500U | Celeron G5925 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 5500 | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / VT-d / EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Ultrabook | Budget |
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