Core i7-8500Y Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 i7-8500Y based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,385 Rank: 1422

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1418	Pentium G840	4,387	+0%
1419	Phenom II X2 560	4,387	+0%
1420	Celeron G530	4,385	+0%
1421	A9-9420	4,385	+0%
1422	Core i7-8500Y	4,385
1423	Phenom II X4 965	4,384	+-0%
1424	Xeon E5450	4,384	+-0%
1425	Pentium Silver J5005	4,382	-0.1%
1426	Core i5-2520M	4,382	-0.1%
1427	A8-5600K	4,382	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-8500Y based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,344 Rank: 1603

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1599	Pentium G840	4,344	+0%
1600	Pentium E6800	4,344	+0%
1601	Celeron G1820TE	4,344	+0%
1602	Core i3-2100T	4,344	+0%
1603	Core i7-8500Y	4,344
1604	Atom C3338	4,343	+-0%
1605	Phenom II X4 965	4,343	+-0%
1606	Phenom II P940	4,343	+-0%
1607	Celeron G1840T	4,343	+-0%
1608	Core i3-530	4,343	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-8500Y based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,413 Rank: 1380

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1376	Core i5-661	4,418	+0.1%
1377	Pentium G840	4,415	+0%
1378	FX-6200	4,413	+0%
1379	A10-7700K	4,413	+0%
1380	Core i7-8500Y	4,413
1381	Phenom II X4 965	4,412	+-0%
1382	A8-7600	4,412	+-0%
1383	Xeon E5540	4,408	-0.1%
1384	Core i3-3120M	4,406	-0.2%
1385	Core i5-2450M	4,404	-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 i7-8500Y based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,533 Rank: 1287

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1283	Xeon E5506	4,533	+0%
1284	Core i5-5350U	4,533	+0%
1285	Core i3-5157U	4,533	+0%
1286	Phenom II X4 B93	4,533	+0%
1287	Core i7-8500Y	4,533
1288	Core i7-7Y75	4,532	+-0%
1289	Core i5-7Y54	4,532	+-0%
1290	Pentium G2120	4,532	+-0%
1291	Celeron G1850	4,532	+-0%
1292	Core i7-4550U	4,532	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-8500Y based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,492 Rank: 1384

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1380	A10-5750M	4,492	+0%
1381	Phenom II X3 710	4,492	+0%
1382	Core i7-620M	4,492	+0%
1383	Core i5-580M	4,492	+0%
1384	Core i7-8500Y	4,492
1385	Celeron G3900	4,491	+-0%
1386	Core i5-2510E	4,491	+-0%
1387	Core i5-2415M	4,491	+-0%
1388	Core i5-4250U	4,491	+-0%
1389	Core i5-3317U	4,491	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-8500Y based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,536 Rank: 1187

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1183	A10-7700K	4,536	+0%
1184	A8-7600	4,536	+0%
1185	FX-9830P	4,536	+0%
1186	Core i5-2390T	4,536	+0%
1187	Core i7-8500Y	4,536
1188	Core i5-L16G7	4,536	+0%
1189	Pentium G4500	4,535	+-0%
1190	Core i7-2640M	4,535	+-0%
1191	Core i7-2620M	4,535	+-0%
1192	Ryzen 3 2200U	4,535	+-0%

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Core i7-8500Y Details

With a 5 W TDP and a compact FCBGA1515 socket, the Intel Core i7-8500Y is a power-efficient processor designed for ultra-thin mobile devices and low-power systems. Launched in 2017, this processor is now over six years old, placing it firmly in the legacy category, but it still holds relevance in entry-level and budget-oriented laptops where thermal and power constraints are critical. Built on Intel’s 14 nm process, the i7-8500Y features a dual-core design with four threads, thanks to Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle basic multitasking and light productivity workloads efficiently.

The CPU operates at a base clock of 1.5 GHz and can boost up to 4.2 GHz, offering a significant performance boost when needed. It supports DDR3L-1600 and LPDDR3-1866 memory types, with a maximum capacity of 16 GB across two channels, delivering up to 29.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This makes it suitable for systems where memory speed and capacity are limited, such as in lightweight notebooks and 2-in-1 devices.

Integrated into the processor is the Intel HD Graphics 615, which supports up to three displays and operates at a base frequency of 300 MHz with a burst frequency of 1.05 GHz. While not suitable for gaming or professional graphics workloads, it provides adequate performance for basic multimedia playback and light graphical tasks. The processor also supports a range of Intel technologies, including AES-NI, AVX2, and Intel VT-x, enhancing security, encryption, and virtualization capabilities.

In benchmark testing, the i7-8500Y achieves an overall score of 4385, ranking #1420 out of 2060 processors, with single-core and multicore scores of 4413 and 4344, respectively. While it outperforms some older and lower-tier CPUs like the Atom C3338 and Celeron G1840T, it trails behind more modern processors in both single-core and multi-core performance. Notably, it ranks below the top 50 in all major categories, with its single-core performance slightly better than its multicore performance, indicating a stronger focus on responsiveness in single-threaded applications.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-8500Y remains a niche option for users who prioritize energy efficiency and compact form factors over raw performance. It is best suited for basic computing tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, where its low power consumption and integrated graphics provide a balanced solution. While it no longer competes with modern high-performance processors, it still offers a viable option in legacy or budget systems where power and thermal constraints limit the choice of more advanced CPUs.