Core M-5Y71
VS
Core i3-2375M

Core M-5Y71 vs Core i3-2375M

Intel

Core M-5Y71

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2014
VS
Intel

Core i3-2375M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2013

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-5Y71 is positioned at rank 1160 and the Core i3-2375M is on rank 123, so the Core i3-2375M 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-5Y71

#1148
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
4174%
#1149
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
4112%
#1150
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
3775%
#1151
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
3758%
#1152
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
3724%
#1154
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
3596%
#1155
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
3448%
#1156
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
3442%
#1157
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
3350%
#1160
Core M-5Y71
MSRP: $281|Avg: $281
100%
#1163
Core i7-2620M
MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A
100%
#1164
Celeron N3010
MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A
98%
#1165
Core i7-3537U
MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A
97%
#1166
Core M-5Y10c
MSRP: $281|Avg: $281
96%
#1167
Core M-5Y31
MSRP: $281|Avg: $30
96%
#1168
Core M-5Y10a
MSRP: $281|Avg: $281
96%
#1170
Celeron 1047UE
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
96%
#1171
Core M-5Y70
MSRP: $281|Avg: $281
96%
#1172
Celeron U3400
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
95%
#1173
Celeron T1600
MSRP: $107|Avg: $15
95%
#1174
Pro A12-8800B
MSRP: $400|Avg: $40
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2375M

#111
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
297%
#112
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
292%
#113
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
268%
#114
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
267%
#115
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
265%
#117
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
256%
#118
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
245%
#119
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
245%
#120
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
238%
#123
Core i3-2375M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#126
Celeron N4000
MSRP: $107|Avg: $30
99%
#137
N200
MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A
96%
#138
Core 2 Duo SP9600
MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core M-5Y71 leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-2375M is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.2% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore M-5Y71Core i3-2375M
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCore M-5Y71Core i3-2375M
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
More affordable ($0)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core M-5Y71 and Core i3-2375M

Intel

Core M-5Y71

The Core M-5Y71 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 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 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: 1,975 points. Launch price was $281.

Intel

Core i3-2375M

The Core i3-2375M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,978 points. Launch price was $250.

Processing Power

Both the Core M-5Y71 and Core i3-2375M share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core M-5Y71 versus 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2375M — a 63.6% clock advantage for the Core M-5Y71 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core M-5Y71 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-2375M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y71 scores 1,975 against the Core i3-2375M's 1,978 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-2375M. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y71 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-2375M.

FeatureCore M-5Y71Core i3-2375M
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 4
Boost Clock
2.9 GHz+93%
1.5 GHz
Base Clock
1.2 GHz
1.5 GHz+25%
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)+33%
3 MB
L2 Cache
256K (per core)
512 kB+100%
Process
14 nm-56%
32 nm
Architecture
Broadwell-Y (2014)
Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark
1,975
1,978
Geekbench 6 Single
238
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Memory & Platform

The Core M-5Y71 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2375M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCore M-5Y71Core i3-2375M
Socket
FCBGA1234
BGA1023
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity
16 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core M-5Y71) / VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2375M). The Core i3-2375M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Core M-5Y71 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2375M targets Thin & Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-2375M rivals Pentium 997.

FeatureCore M-5Y71Core i3-2375M
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
HD Graphics 3000
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
VT-x, EPT
Target Use
Thin & Light Laptop