
Core M-5Y10
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Ryzen 5 5600X
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 M-5Y10 is positioned at rank #1190 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 M-5Y10
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+97%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) |
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 M-5Y10 and Ryzen 5 5600X

Core M-5Y10
The Core M-5Y10 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.8 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1234. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,644 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core M-5Y10 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core M-5Y10 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X — a 78.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 0.8 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core M-5Y10 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y10 scores 1,644 against the Ryzen 5 5600X's 21,845 — a 172% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y10 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4.6 GHz+130% |
| Base Clock | 0.8 GHz | 3.7 GHz+363% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 32 MB+700% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Broadwell-Y (2014) | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 1,644 | 21,845+1229% |
Memory & Platform
The Core M-5Y10 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1234 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core M-5Y10) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core M-5Y10 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($20 vs $135), the Core M-5Y10 is $115 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core M-5Y10 delivers 82.2 pts/$ vs 161.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600X — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 65.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281-6% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-85% | $135 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.2 | 161.8+97% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2020 |
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