CPU
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Pentium G4400
Core i5-7Y54
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 Pentium G4400 is positioned at rank 499 and the Core i5-7Y54 is on rank 1101, so the Pentium G4400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4400
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7Y54
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($85) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($85) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G4400 and Core i5-7Y54
Pentium G4400
The Pentium G4400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,562 points. Launch price was $64.
Core i5-7Y54
The Core i5-7Y54 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,586 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4400 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-7Y54's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Pentium G4400 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-7Y54 — a 3.1% clock advantage for the Pentium G4400 (base: 3.3 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Pentium G4400 uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-7Y54 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4400 scores 2,562 against the Core i5-7Y54's 2,586 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-7Y54. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G4400 vs 4 MB on the Core i5-7Y54.
| Feature | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+3% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+175% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,562 | 2,586 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,700 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4400 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-7Y54 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1515 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | LPDDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 10 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G4400) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7Y54). The Core i5-7Y54 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 615), while the Pentium G4400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7Y54 targets Tablet/2-in-1.
| Feature | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 615 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Tablet/2-in-1 |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4400 launched at $64 MSRP, while the Core i5-7Y54 debuted at $281. At current prices ($85 vs $100), the Pentium G4400 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4400 delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 25.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-7Y54 — making the Pentium G4400 the 15.3% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4400 | Core i5-7Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-77% | $281 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $85-15% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.1+16% | 25.9 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2016 |
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