Ryzen 5 5600X vs Core m5-6Y54

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020

Core m5-6Y54

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 / 12

21,845

+852.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Core m5-6Y54

2 / 4

2,294

0.0%

Pentium Dual Core T4400

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 m5-6Y54

#1120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3596%

#1121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3543%

#1122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3252%

#1123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3238%

#1124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3208%

#1126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3098%

#1127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2971%

#1128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2966%

#1129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2886%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

93%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

93%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

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.

Insight	Ryzen 5 5600X	Core m5-6Y54
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 (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core m5-6Y54 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 5 5600X	Core m5-6Y54
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1882%)	❌ 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.

Ryzen 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Core m5-6Y54 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 5600X and Core m5-6Y54

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.

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.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core m5-6Y54 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 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 — a 52.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses Skylake-Y (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Core m5-6Y54's 2,294 — a 162% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 4 MB (total) on the Core m5-6Y54.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Core m5-6Y54
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+200%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz+70%	2.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.7 GHz+236%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB+700%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)+100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	7 nm, 12 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)	Skylake-Y (2015)
PassMark	21,845+852%	2,294
Geekbench 6 Single	—	875
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,648

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus LPDDR3-1866 on the Core m5-6Y54 — the Ryzen 5 5600X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 10 (Core m5-6Y54) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 14 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and Skylake-Y (Core m5-6Y54).

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Core m5-6Y54
Socket	AM4	FCBGA1515
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200+33%	LPDDR3-1866
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+700%	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	24+140%	10

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54). The Core m5-6Y54 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 515), while the Ryzen 5 5600X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop, Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Core m5-6Y54
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 515
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Desktop	Enthusiast

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core m5-6Y54 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 8.2 pts/$ for the Core m5-6Y54 — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 180.8% better value option.