Core i7-5550U vs Celeron G5905

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 i7-5550U is positioned at rank #485 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 i7-5550U

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Core i7-1370P

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99%

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Atom x5-Z8300

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633%

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Atom Z3735G

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624%

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Core i5-480M

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573%

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Core i5-460M

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570%

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Core i5-2540M

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565%

#479

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

546%

#480

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

523%

#481

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

522%

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Core 2 Duo T6600

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508%

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Core i7-5550U

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100%

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100%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G5905 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5905
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-5550U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5905
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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-5550U and Celeron G5905

Core i7-5550U

The Core i7-5550U 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 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: 2,780 points. Launch price was $426.

Celeron G5905

The Celeron G5905 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.5 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: 2,760 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-5550U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G5905's 2 cores. The Core i7-5550U is built on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-5550U scores 2,780 against the Celeron G5905's 2,760 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-5550U. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-5550U vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905.

Feature	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5905
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3 GHz	—
Base Clock	2 GHz	3.5 GHz+75%
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	2,780	2,760
Geekbench 6 Single	—	724
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,242

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-5550U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5905 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5905
Socket	FCBGA1168	LGA1200
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-5550U) / VT-x (Celeron G5905). The Celeron G5905 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core i7-5550U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5905 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5905 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.