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Core m5-6Y54
Xeon X3430
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 Xeon X3430 is on rank 826, so the Xeon X3430 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core m5-6Y54
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X3430
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core m5-6Y54 | Xeon X3430 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior 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 (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core m5-6Y54 | Xeon X3430 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xeon X3430
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.
Xeon X3430
The Xeon X3430 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,320 points. Launch price was $189.
Processing Power
The Core m5-6Y54 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon X3430 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X3430 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 versus 2.8 GHz on the Xeon X3430 — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Xeon X3430 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core m5-6Y54 uses the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon X3430 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core m5-6Y54 scores 2,294 against the Xeon X3430's 2,320 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon X3430. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core m5-6Y54 vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X3430.
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Xeon X3430 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.8 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 2.4 GHz+118% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-Y (2015) | Lynnfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 2,294 | 2,320+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 875 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,648 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core m5-6Y54 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X3430 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Xeon X3430 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | LGA1156 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1866 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54) / not specified (Xeon X3430). The Core m5-6Y54 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 515), while the Xeon X3430 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y.
| Feature | Core m5-6Y54 | Xeon X3430 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 515 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Enthusiast | — |
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