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Core m5-6Y54
Core i5-4210U
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 m5-6Y54 is positioned at rank 1132 and the Core i5-4210U is on rank 214, so the Core i5-4210U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core m5-6Y54
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4210U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core m5-6Y54 | Core i5-4210U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core m5-6Y54 | Core i5-4210U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ 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 m5-6Y54 and Core i5-4210U
Core m5-6Y54
The Core m5-6Y54 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,294 points. Launch price was $281.
Core i5-4210U
The Core i5-4210U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,316 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
Both the Core m5-6Y54 and Core i5-4210U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-4210U — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.1 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core m5-6Y54 uses the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-4210U uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core m5-6Y54 scores 2,294 against the Core i5-4210U's 2,316 — a 1% lead for the Core i5-4210U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 875 vs 763, a 13.7% lead for the Core m5-6Y54 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core m5-6Y54 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-4210U.
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Core i5-4210U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 1.7 GHz+55% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-Y (2015) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,294 | 2,316 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 875+15% | 763 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,648 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core m5-6Y54 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4210U uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to LPDDR3-1866 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core m5-6Y54) vs 12 (Core i5-4210U) — the Core i5-4210U offers 2 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Skylake-Y (Core m5-6Y54) and HM86,HM87,QM87 (Core i5-4210U).
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Core i5-4210U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1866 | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | 12+20% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4210U). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 515 (Core m5-6Y54) and HD Graphics 4400 (Core i5-4210U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast, Core i5-4210U targets Thin & Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y; Core i5-4210U rivals A8-6410.
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Core i5-4210U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 515 | HD Graphics 4400 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Enthusiast | Thin & Light Laptop |
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