Core i7-8500Y

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-8500Y

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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.
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Intel Core i7-8500Y

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-8500Y
Model Number: i7-8500Y
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1500 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1515
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 5 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 29.8 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 10
PCIe Configuration: 1x4, 2x2, 1x2+2x1 and 4x1

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 615
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1050 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT Flex Memory
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