Core M-5Y10a vs Core i3-3130M

Core M-5Y10a

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2 GHz2014

Core i3-3130M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core M-5Y10a

2 / 4

1,905

0.0%

1,906

+0.1%

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 M-5Y10a is positioned at rank 1166 and the Core i3-3130M is on rank 22, so the Core i3-3130M 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 M-5Y10a

#1154

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4327%

#1155

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4264%

#1156

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3914%

#1157

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3897%

#1158

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3861%

#1160

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3729%

#1161

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3575%

#1162

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3569%

#1163

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3473%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1167

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

100%

#1168

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1170

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1171

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1172

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1173

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#1174

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

98%

#1176

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

96%

#1177

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

96%

#1178

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

96%

#1179

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

95%

#1180

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

95%

#1181

Core i7-7Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $285

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3130M

#10

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

154%

#11

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

152%

#12

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

139%

#13

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

139%

#14

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

137%

#16

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

133%

#17

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

127%

#18

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

127%

#19

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

124%

#22

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#23

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

96%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

95%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

92%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

91%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

90%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

90%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

90%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

89%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i3-3130M delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core M-5Y10a in both compute-intensive tasks (0.1% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core M-5Y10a	Core i3-3130M
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($225)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i3-3130M stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 20% cheaper ($225 vs $281) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core M-5Y10a	Core i3-3130M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+25%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($225)

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 M-5Y10a Benchmark Check

Core i3-3130M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core M-5Y10a and Core i3-3130M

Core M-5Y10a

The Core M-5Y10a 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: 1,905 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-3130M

The Core i3-3130M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

Both the Core M-5Y10a and Core i3-3130M share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core M-5Y10a versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-3130M — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-3130M (base: 0.8 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core M-5Y10a uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-3130M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y10a scores 1,905 against the Core i3-3130M's 1,906 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-3130M. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y10a vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3130M.

Feature	Core M-5Y10a	Core i3-3130M
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2.6 GHz+30%
Base Clock	0.8 GHz	2.6 GHz+225%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)+33%	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Broadwell-Y (2014)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,905	1,906

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Memory & Platform

The Core M-5Y10a uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-3130M uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-1600 on the Core M-5Y10a versus 1600 on the Core i3-3130M — the Core i3-3130M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3130M supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core M-5Y10a) vs 16 (Core i3-3130M) — the Core i3-3130M offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core M-5Y10a	Core i3-3130M
Socket	FCBGA1234	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-1600	1600+53233%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+52428700%	32
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	16+33%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core M-5Y10a) vs true (Core i3-3130M). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 5300 (Core M-5Y10a) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3130M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core M-5Y10a targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Core i3-3130M rivals AMD A8-4500M.