Core i7-5600U

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-5600U

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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 i7-5600U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,666 Rank: 1137
Rank Name Score Visual
1133 Core i7-4510U 4,672
+0.1%
1134 Intel Core i3-7020U 4,670
+0.1%
1135 Core i5-2500K 4,668
+0%
1136 Xeon W3670 4,668
+0%
1137 Core i7-5600U 4,666
1138 A10-9700 4,665
+-0%
1139 Core i5-2310 4,664
+-0%
1140 Core i5 760 4,662
-0.1%
1141 Pentium G3420 4,661
-0.1%
1142 Pentium G2120 4,661
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-5600U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,473 Rank: 1279
Rank Name Score Visual
1275 Pentium 4405U 4,476
+0.1%
1276 A10-6800K 4,475
+0%
1277 Phenom II X4 B40 4,475
+0%
1278 Core M 5Y10c 4,474
+0%
1279 Core i7-5600U 4,473
1280 Phenom II X6 1055T 4,473
+0%
1281 A8-7600 4,471
+-0%
1282 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,471
+-0%
1283 Xeon E5420 4,470
-0.1%
1284 Core i5-660 4,470
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-5600U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,794 Rank: 1073
Rank Name Score Visual
1069 Core i5-3570S 4,809
+0.3%
1070 Xeon X5690 4,808
+0.3%
1071 Xeon E3-1290 4,801
+0.1%
1072 Core i7 965 4,796
+0%
1073 Core i7-5600U 4,794
1074 Ryzen Embedded V1202B 4,790
-0.1%
1075 Xeon X5667 4,789
-0.1%
1076 Core i5-3340 4,788
-0.1%
1077 Core i3-6100E 4,786
-0.2%
1078 Celeron G3920 4,786
-0.2%

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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 i7-5600U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,554 Rank: 1149
Rank Name Score Visual
1145 FX-7600P 4,555
+0%
1146 Athlon Gold 3150U 4,555
+0%
1147 A8-6500B 4,555
+0%
1148 Core i7-5557U 4,554
+0%
1149 Core i7-5600U 4,554
1150 Core i3-4330T 4,554
+0%
1151 FX-8800P 4,554
+0%
1152 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,553
+-0%
1153 A10-6700T 4,553
+-0%
1154 Pentium G4560T 4,552
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-5600U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,516 Rank: 1234
Rank Name Score Visual
1230 Xeon X5472 4,517
+0%
1231 A6-3650 4,517
+0%
1232 Phenom II X4 905e 4,517
+0%
1233 Phenom II X4 805 4,517
+0%
1234 Core i7-5600U 4,516
1235 Core i7-3687U 4,516
+0%
1236 Athlon II X4 620 4,516
+0%
1237 Xeon E3-1220L v2 4,516
+0%
1238 Athlon II X4 610e 4,516
+0%
1239 Phenom II X4 900e 4,516
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-5600U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,560 Rank: 1073
Rank Name Score Visual
1069 Athlon 3000G 4,561
+0%
1070 Pentium Gold G5600 4,560
+0%
1071 Core i3-7130U 4,560
+0%
1072 Core i3-6100H 4,560
+0%
1073 Core i7-5600U 4,560
1074 Core i7-5550U 4,560
+0%
1075 Pentium Gold G5400 4,559
+-0%
1076 Core i5-6200U 4,559
+-0%
1077 Xeon X3460 4,559
+-0%
1078 Core i3-4150T 4,559
+-0%

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Core i7-5600U Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i7-5600U remains a notable entry in the mobile processor landscape, particularly for users seeking a balance between performance and power efficiency. Released in March 2015, this processor belongs to Intel’s Broadwell-U family and is built on a 14 nm process node, marking a significant step forward in power efficiency compared to its predecessors. With a 15 W TDP and a compact FC-BGA1168 package, it was designed for thin and light laptops, where thermal constraints are critical.

The Core i7-5600U features two physical cores and four threads thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multithreaded workloads more effectively than many dual-core processors of its time. It operates at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz, with a turbo boost up to 3.2 GHz, enabling responsive performance during peak workloads. The chip includes 4 MB of L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR3L/LPDDR3 memory up to 1600 MT/s, delivering a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. It also supports PCIe 2.0 with up to 12 lanes, ensuring compatibility with modern storage and expansion options.

Integrated graphics play a key role in the Core i7-5600U’s appeal, featuring the Intel HD Graphics 5500. This GPU includes 24 execution units, a base frequency of 300 MHz, and a burst frequency of up to 950 MHz. It supports up to three displays and is capable of handling basic gaming and multimedia tasks, making it suitable for users who do not require a discrete graphics card.

In terms of performance, the Core i7-5600U achieves a Passmark Overall Score of 4666, ranking #1137 out of 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 4794 places it at #1073, while its Multicore Score of 4473 ranks it #1279. These results indicate that while the processor is competitive in single-threaded applications, its multicore performance is less impressive compared to modern CPUs. It outperforms some current-generation low-power processors like the Athlon Silver 7120U and A8-7600 but trails behind most recent Intel and AMD offerings.

The processor supports a wide range of features, including AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s virtualization technologies (VT-x, VT-d, EPT), making it suitable for virtualization and security-sensitive applications. It also includes Intel’s vPro technology for enterprise environments, as well as Enhanced SpeedStep and Secure Key. Despite its age, the Core i7-5600U remains relevant in legacy systems and budget laptops where low power consumption and integrated graphics are priorities.

In summary, the Core i7-5600U is best suited for general productivity tasks, light multimedia use, and entry-level business computing. While it cannot compete with today’s high-end processors in either single- or multicore performance, its efficiency and feature set make it a durable option in the mobile space, particularly for users who prioritize battery life over raw performance.
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Intel Core i7-5600U

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-5600U
Model Number: i7-5600U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 26x (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: No

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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