Core i7-5500U

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-5500U

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7-5500U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,563 Rank: 1226
Rank Name Score Visual
1222 Athlon X4 950 4,565
+0%
1223 Core M-5Y70 4,564
+0%
1224 Xeon E5-2420 v2 4,564
+0%
1225 Core i7-870 4,564
+0%
1226 Core i7-5500U 4,563
1227 Athlon Silver 3050U 4,562
+-0%
1228 Xeon D-1537 4,556
-0.2%
1229 Core i3-2105 4,556
-0.2%
1230 Core i7-3667U 4,556
-0.2%
1231 Core i7-2715QE 4,554
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-5500U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,394 Rank: 1471
Rank Name Score Visual
1467 Core M-5Y71 4,396
+0%
1468 A8-3820 4,396
+0%
1469 Core i3-3120M 4,395
+0%
1470 Core i5-661 4,395
+0%
1471 Core i7-5500U 4,394
1472 Core i5-3320M 4,394
+0%
1473 Phenom II X3 710 4,394
+0%
1474 Core i5-4210M 4,392
+-0%
1475 Core i3-2120 4,392
+-0%
1476 Pentium G850 4,392
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-5500U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,676 Rank: 1161
Rank Name Score Visual
1157 Core i7 940 4,685
+0.2%
1158 Athlon Gold 3150U 4,684
+0.2%
1159 Xeon D-1539 4,681
+0.1%
1160 Athlon PRO 3045B 4,677
+0%
1161 Core i7-5500U 4,676
1162 Xeon D-1602 4,675
+-0%
1163 Athlon X4 880K 4,675
+-0%
1164 Core i5-2310 4,674
+-0%
1165 Core i3-2130 4,673
-0.1%
1166 A6-9500 4,670
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7-5500U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,549 Rank: 1176
Rank Name Score Visual
1172 Core i5-7200U 4,549
+0%
1173 Core i3-7167U 4,549
+0%
1174 Pentium G3430 4,549
+0%
1175 Phenom II X4 970 4,549
+0%
1176 Core i7-5500U 4,549
1177 Xeon E5606 4,549
+0%
1178 Ryzen Embedded V1202B 4,548
+-0%
1179 Core i3-3240 4,548
+-0%
1180 Core i5-3470T 4,548
+-0%
1181 Pentium G3450 4,548
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-5500U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,509 Rank: 1273
Rank Name Score Visual
1269 Core i5-3210M 4,510
+0%
1270 Core M3-7Y32 4,509
+0%
1271 Celeron N4100 4,509
+0%
1272 Pentium G3470 4,509
+0%
1273 Core i7-5500U 4,509
1274 Core i7-4600U 4,509
+0%
1275 Core i7-3667U 4,509
+0%
1276 Athlon II X3 450 4,509
+0%
1277 Xeon X3220 4,509
+0%
1278 Core i5-5350U 4,509
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-5500U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,553 Rank: 1095
Rank Name Score Visual
1091 Core i7-5650U 4,554
+0%
1092 Athlon 200GE 4,553
+0%
1093 Pentium G4560 4,553
+0%
1094 Core i5-4300M 4,553
+0%
1095 Core i7-5500U 4,553
1096 Atom C3958 4,552
+-0%
1097 Core i5-5287U 4,552
+-0%
1098 Core i5-750 4,552
+-0%
1099 Phenom II X6 1090T 4,552
+-0%
1100 Core M3-7Y32 4,551
+-0%

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Core i7-5500U Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i7-5500U remains a notable example of mobile computing efficiency from the Broadwell-U era, launched in March 2015. Designed for laptops and ultrabooks, this processor is built on a 14 nm process and features a dual-core architecture with Hyper-Threading, enabling four simultaneous threads. While now over a decade old, it still holds relevance in legacy systems and budget builds where low power consumption is critical. Its 15 W TDP ensures excellent thermal performance and battery life, making it ideal for portable devices where energy efficiency is paramount.

The Core i7-5500U operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz and can boost up to 3.0 GHz under load, delivering a balanced performance profile for everyday computing tasks. It includes 4 MB of L3 cache, 0.061 MiB of L1 cache, and 0.244 MiB of L2 cache, supporting efficient data retrieval. The processor supports DDR3L and LPDDR3 memory at up to 1600 MT/s across a dual-channel interface, achieving a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Connectivity is handled via PCIe 2.0 with up to 12 lanes, and it uses the FC-BGA1168 socket, which is not user-upgradable.

Integrated graphics are handled by the Intel HD 5500, featuring a base frequency of 300 MHz and a burst frequency of 950 MHz. It supports up to three displays and provides sufficient performance for basic multimedia, office work, and light gaming. The GPU is complemented by a range of Intel instruction set extensions, including AVX2, AES-NI, and SSE4.2, enhancing performance in encryption, multimedia, and scientific applications. Virtualization features like VT-x and VT-d, along with Intel vPro and TXT, make it suitable for enterprise environments.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-5500U achieves a Singlecore Score of 4676, ranking #1161 out of 2060 processors, and a Multicore Score of 4394, placing it #1471 of 2060. Its Overall Score of 4563 positions it at #1226 in the broader ranking. While these scores are modest compared to modern high-end CPUs, the i7-5500U performs competitively against other mid-range mobile processors from its time, such as the Core i5-661 and Core i3-3120M. However, it falls behind contemporary offerings in the top 50, where processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K exceed 8,000 points.

Despite its age, the Core i7-5500U remains a capable processor for general productivity, web browsing, and light content creation. Its strengths lie in power efficiency and integrated graphics, making it a practical choice for older laptops or systems where cost and battery life are priorities. While it lacks the raw power of modern CPUs, its balanced performance and low thermal footprint ensure it remains a reliable option in its niche.
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Intel Core i7-5500U

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-5500U
Model Number: i7-5500U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 24x (locked)
Core Name: Broadwell-U
Socket: FCBGA1168
Package: FC-BGA1168
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 3.815 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L 1333/1600, LPDDR3 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 12
PCIe Configuration: 4x1, 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 5500
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 950 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 82 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES ADX x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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