Intel Core i7-5500U
About processor
The Intel Core i7-5500U processor is a solid option for those in need of a powerful and efficient mobile CPU. Built on the 14nm Broadwell architecture, this dual-core processor is capable of handling demanding tasks with ease. With a total of 4 threads, it offers smooth multitasking capabilities, making it a great choice for both work and entertainment purposes.
The processor's low 15W TDP ensures it consumes minimal power, leading to longer battery life in laptops and other portable devices. The Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 875 and Multi Core score of 1673 reflect its impressive performance, showcasing its ability to handle heavy workloads without breaking a sweat.
Overall, the Intel Core i7-5500U is a reliable and efficient processor that offers a good balance of power and energy efficiency. It would be a great choice for those in need of a dependable CPU for their mobile devices, whether it be for work or leisure. Its strong performance metrics and efficient power consumption make it an excellent option for a wide range of users.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
March 2015
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
i7-5500U
Code Name
Broadwell
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
2
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
2.40 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
3.00 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCBGA1168
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
15 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
105°C
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
2.0
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
64-bit
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3L 1333/1600 | LPDDR3 1333/1600
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
16 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
25.6 GB/s
Bus Speed
5 GT/s
GPU Specifications
GPU Name
Intel® HD Graphics 5500
Graphics Frequency
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Graphics max dynamic frequency refers to the maximum opportunistic graphics render clock frequency (in MHz) that can be supported using Intel® HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency feature.
950 MHz
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
875
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
1673
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
663
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
1351
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1648
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
2779
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core