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Overview

The Core i7-5850EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,036 points. Launch price was $149.

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 Core i7-5850EQ

#268

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124%

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120%

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119%

#272

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117%

#273

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115%

#274

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113%

#275

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108%

#276

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

106%

#277

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MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

106%

#278

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

105%

#279

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

104%

#280

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MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

103%

#281

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MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

102%

#282

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#283

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

100%

#284

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#285

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

99%

#286

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MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

98%

#287

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98%

#288

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96%

#289

Core i5-480M

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91%

#290

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88%

#291

Pentium U5600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

88%

#292

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84%

#293

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

83%

#294

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

82%

#295

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

81%

#296

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

81%

#297

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

80%

#298

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-5850EQ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-5850EQ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-5850EQ is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 7,036, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i7-5850EQ
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.7 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	7,036

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-5850EQ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 47 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-5850EQ
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	47 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $370 (MSRP: $435), the Core i7-5850EQ delivers 19 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1573 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-5850EQ
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$435
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$370
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1573
Release DateLaunch date	2 June 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Core i7
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$149
Release Date	2 June 2015 (10 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	1573

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Bus Type	DMI 2.0
L2 Cache	1 MB
L3 Cache	6 MB
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Multiplier	27
Max Frequency	2.7 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Process Technology	14 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-