CPU
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Core M-5Y10
Xeon E5504
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core M-5Y10 is positioned at rank 1190 and the Xeon E5504 is on rank 911, so the Xeon E5504 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core M-5Y10
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5504
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core M-5Y10 | Xeon E5504 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Gainestown (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core M-5Y10 | Xeon E5504 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Xeon E5504
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.
Xeon E5504
The Xeon E5504 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,652 points. Launch price was $60.
Processing Power
The Core M-5Y10 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5504 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5504 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core M-5Y10 versus 2 GHz on the Xeon E5504 — identical boost frequencies (base: 0.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core M-5Y10 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5504 uses Gainestown (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y10 scores 1,644 against the Xeon E5504's 1,652 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E5504. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Xeon E5504 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 0.8 GHz | 2 GHz+150% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell-Y (2014) | Gainestown (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,644 | 1,652 |
Memory & Platform
The Core M-5Y10 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5504 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10 | Xeon E5504 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1234 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
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