Core i7-5550U vs Celeron G5925

Core i7-5550U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3 GHz2015

Celeron G5925

2 Cores2 Thrd58 WW2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-5550U

2 / 4

2,780

0.0%

2,808

+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. 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

#153

Core i7-1370P

MSRP: $438|Avg: $280

99%

#473

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

633%

#474

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

624%

#475

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

573%

#476

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

570%

#477

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

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%

#482

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

508%

#485

Core i7-5550U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#488

Processor U300

MSRP: $193|Avg: $180

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5925

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

123%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

121%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

118%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

116%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

116%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

115%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

112%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

110%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

109%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

108%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

107%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

103%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

101%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

100%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

100%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

98%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

98%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

97%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

97%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

95%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

95%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

94%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

93%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

93%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

93%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

90%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

88%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

87%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

87%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

86%

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 Celeron G5925 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-5550U	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

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 G5925
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)

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 i7-5550U Benchmark Check

Celeron G5925 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-5550U and Celeron G5925

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 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.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-5550U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G5925'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 G5925's 2,808 — a 1% lead for the Celeron G5925. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-5550U vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5925.

Feature	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5925
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3 GHz	—
Base Clock	2 GHz	3.6 GHz+80%
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	2,808+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	756
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,248

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-5550U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5925 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-5550U	Celeron G5925
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 G5925). The Celeron G5925 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Core i7-5550U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5925 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5925 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.