Core i7-7560U vs Core i5-6287U

CPU

GPU

Core i7-7560U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2017

Core i5-6287U

2 Cores4 Thrd28 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-7560U

2 / 4

3,760

0.0%

3,801

+1.1%

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 i7-7560U is positioned at rank 786 and the Core i5-6287U is on rank 470, so the Core i5-6287U 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 i7-7560U

#774

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1170%

#775

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1153%

#776

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1059%

#777

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1054%

#778

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1044%

#780

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1008%

#781

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

967%

#782

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

965%

#783

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

939%

#786

Core i7-7560U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

98%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

#800

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

97%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6287U

#458

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

618%

#459

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

609%

#460

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

559%

#461

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

556%

#462

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

551%

#464

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

532%

#465

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

510%

#466

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

509%

#467

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

496%

#470

Core i5-6287U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#472

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

100%

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 i7-7560U (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-7560U	Core i5-6287U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6287U (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-7560U	Core i5-6287U
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.

Core i7-7560U Benchmark Check

Core i5-6287U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-7560U and Core i5-6287U

Core i7-7560U

The Core i7-7560U 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 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,760 points. Launch price was $415.

Core i5-6287U

The Core i5-6287U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,801 points. Launch price was $304.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-7560U and Core i5-6287U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-7560U versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6287U — a 8.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-7560U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i7-7560U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-6287U uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7560U scores 3,760 against the Core i5-6287U's 3,801 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-6287U. Both processors carry 4 MB of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-7560U	Core i5-6287U
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+9%	3.5 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	3.1 GHz+29%
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	3,760	3,801+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	816

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the BGA1356 socket with PCIe 3.0. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i7-7560U versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6287U — the Core i7-7560U supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 12 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Kaby Lake-U (Core i7-7560U) and Skylake-U (Core i5-6287U).

Feature	Core i7-7560U	Core i5-6287U
Socket	BGA1356	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	2133+53225%	DDR4-2133
Max RAM Capacity	32	32 GB+104857500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	12

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-7560U) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-6287U). Both include integrated graphics — Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 (Core i7-7560U) and Iris Graphics 550 (Core i5-6287U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7560U targets Mobile, Core i5-6287U targets High Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-6287U rivals FX-9800P.

Feature	Core i7-7560U	Core i5-6287U
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640	Iris Graphics 550
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Mobile	High Performance Laptop