PRO A6-8570E vs Core i5-2557M

PRO A6-8570E

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2018

Core i5-2557M

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

PRO A6-8570E

2 / 2

1,606

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-2557M

2 / 4

1,618

+0.7%

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 PRO A6-8570E is positioned at rank 570 and the Core i5-2557M is on rank 36, so the Core i5-2557M 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 PRO A6-8570E

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

9705%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9170%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

6658%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2006%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1589%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1390%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

796%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

786%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

715%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

715%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

707%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

688%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

679%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

676%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

670%

#570

PRO A6-8570E

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#571

Pentium G620T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $90

100%

#572

Pentium G4500T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

100%

#573

Core i5-7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $65

100%

#574

Core i7-7700

MSRP: $272|Avg: $102

99%

#575

Celeron G1610T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

99%

#576

Athlon X4 750K

MSRP: $91|Avg: $17

99%

#577

Core i7-7700K

MSRP: $305|Avg: $140

98%

#578

Core i5-7600K

MSRP: $217|Avg: $84

98%

#579

FX-6300

MSRP: $132|Avg: $35

98%

#581

Core i3-6100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $20

97%

#582

Athlon X4 970

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

97%

#583

FX-8370

MSRP: $199|Avg: $100

97%

#584

Pentium G4520

MSRP: $86|Avg: $45

97%

#585

Core i3-4170

MSRP: $117|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2557M

#10

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

88%

#24

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

181%

#25

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

179%

#26

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

164%

#27

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

163%

#28

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

162%

#30

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

156%

#31

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

150%

#32

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

150%

#33

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

146%

#36

Core i5-2557M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#38

Core 2 Duo T8100

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

96%

#39

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

95%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

92%

#51

Celeron N2807

MSRP: $107|Avg: $60

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The PRO A6-8570E (2018) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	PRO A6-8570E	Core i5-2557M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-2557M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	PRO A6-8570E	Core i5-2557M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

PRO A6-8570E Benchmark Check

Core i5-2557M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of PRO A6-8570E and Core i5-2557M

PRO A6-8570E

The PRO A6-8570E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 1,606 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i5-2557M

The Core i5-2557M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) 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 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,618 points. Launch price was $250.

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Processing Power

The PRO A6-8570E packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-2557M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the PRO A6-8570E versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-2557M — a 23% clock advantage for the PRO A6-8570E (base: 3 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The PRO A6-8570E uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-2557M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the PRO A6-8570E scores 1,606 against the Core i5-2557M's 1,618 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-2557M.

Feature	PRO A6-8570E	Core i5-2557M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+26%	2.7 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+76%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	—	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1024 kB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	28 nm-13%	32 nm
Architecture	Carrizo (2015−2018)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	1,606	1,618
Geekbench 6 Single	—	521
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	882

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Memory & Platform

The PRO A6-8570E uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-2557M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	PRO A6-8570E	Core i5-2557M
Socket	AM4	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	8 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (PRO A6-8570E) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-2557M). The Core i5-2557M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the PRO A6-8570E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2557M targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-2557M rivals Ryzen 3 3200U.