Ryzen 5 5600X
VS
Core M-5Y71

Ryzen 5 5600X vs Core M-5Y71

AMD

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020
VS
Intel

Core M-5Y71

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2014

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X

#24
Celeron G5925
MSRP: $62|Avg: $15
116%
#25
Ryzen 5 7500F
MSRP: $179|Avg: $145
114%
#26
Core Ultra 5 245
MSRP: $319|Avg: $220
113%
#27
Ryzen 7 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $86
112%
#28
Core Ultra 7 265KF
MSRP: $379|Avg: $323
112%
#29
Core Ultra 7 265F
MSRP: $369|Avg: $276
110%
#30
Core i5-12400F
MSRP: $174|Avg: $110
110%
#31
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
108%
#32
Ryzen 7 2700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $100
108%
#33
Core i3-10100F
MSRP: $88|Avg: $50
108%
#34
Ryzen 5 7400F
MSRP: $150|Avg: $147
107%
#35
Ryzen 5 9600X
MSRP: $279|Avg: $178
104%
#36
Ryzen 7 3800X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $140
102%
#37
Ryzen 3 5300G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
101%
#38
Ryzen 9 7900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $316
100%
#39
Ryzen 5 5600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $135
100%
#40
Core i5-14600KF
MSRP: $304|Avg: $239
100%
#41
Ryzen 7 5800
MSRP: $349|Avg: $160
99%
#42
Core i3-14100F
MSRP: $109|Avg: $96
99%
#43
Ryzen 7 3700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $140
99%
#44
Ryzen 5 7600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $178
98%
#45
Ryzen 3 3100
MSRP: $99|Avg: $75
98%
#46
Core i5-13490F
MSRP: $235|Avg: $170
97%
#47
Ryzen 5 5600F
MSRP: $99|Avg: $129
97%
#48
Ryzen 9 PRO 3900
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
97%
#49
Ryzen 3 4300GE
MSRP: $94|Avg: $72
96%
#50
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $50
96%
#51
Core Ultra 5 225
MSRP: $240|Avg: $200
96%
#52
Core i5-11500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $110
96%
#53
Core i3-12100F
MSRP: $97|Avg: $90
96%
#54
Core Ultra 7 265
MSRP: $384|Avg: $320
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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 Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 5600X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($135)
⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core M-5Y71 (2014) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+2202%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($135)
⚠️ Higher cost ($281)

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 Ryzen 5 5600X and Core M-5Y71

AMD

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

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.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core M-5Y71 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 2.9 GHz on the Core M-5Y71 — a 45.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Core M-5Y71 uses Broadwell-Y (2014) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Core M-5Y71's 1,975 — a 166.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y71.

FeatureRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
Cores / Threads
6 / 12+200%
2 / 4
Boost Clock
4.6 GHz+59%
2.9 GHz
Base Clock
3.7 GHz+208%
1.2 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB+700%
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512K (per core)+100%
256K (per core)
Process
7 nm, 12 nm-50%
14 nm
Architecture
Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Broadwell-Y (2014)
PassMark
21,845+1006%
1,975
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core M-5Y71 uses FCBGA1234 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
Socket
AM4
FCBGA1234
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+33%
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
24
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) / not specified (Core M-5Y71). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.

FeatureRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
Integrated GPU
No
Unlocked
Yes
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
Target Use
Desktop
💰

Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core M-5Y71 debuted at $281. At current prices ($135 vs $281), the Ryzen 5 5600X is $146 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 161.8 pts/$ vs 7.0 pts/$ for the Core M-5Y71 — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 183.3% better value option.

FeatureRyzen 5 5600XCore M-5Y71
MSRP
$299
$281-6%
Avg Price (30d)
$135-52%
$281
Performance per Dollar
161.8+2211%
7.0
Release Date
2020
2014