Core M-5Y51 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Core M-5Y51
Ryzen 7 3700X
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-5Y51 is positioned at rank #1154 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-5Y51
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core M-5Y51 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core M-5Y51 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2118%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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-5Y51 and Ryzen 7 3700X
Core M-5Y51
The Core M-5Y51 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 October 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 2,030 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 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 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Core M-5Y51 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core M-5Y51 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 51.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 1.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core M-5Y51 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y51 scores 2,030 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 166.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y51 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Core M-5Y51 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz+69% |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+227% |
| 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) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 2,030 | 22,430+1005% |
Memory & Platform
The Core M-5Y51 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core M-5Y51 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Value Analysis
The Core M-5Y51 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($281 vs $140), the Ryzen 7 3700X is $141 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core M-5Y51 delivers 7.2 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 182.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core M-5Y51 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281-15% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $281 | $140-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.2 | 160.2+2125% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2019 |
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