Core M 5Y10

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core M 5Y10

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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 M 5Y10 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,578 Rank: 1211
Rank Name Score Visual
1207 Core i7-2675QM 4,580
+0%
1208 Pentium G3240 4,580
+0%
1209 Athlon PRO 3045B 4,580
+0%
1210 FX-6300 4,579
+0%
1211 Core M 5Y10 4,578
1212 Core i3-2130 4,578
+0%
1213 Core i5-2500 4,576
+-0%
1214 Phenom II X6 1100T 4,576
+-0%
1215 Athlon II X4 651 4,573
-0.1%
1216 Xeon E3-1235 4,572
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core M 5Y10 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,488 Rank: 1247
Rank Name Score Visual
1243 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,491
+0.1%
1244 Core i7-875K 4,491
+0.1%
1245 Athlon II X4 651 4,490
+0%
1246 Phenom II X6 1090T 4,489
+0%
1247 Core M 5Y10 4,488
1248 Pentium G3258 4,488
+0%
1249 Xeon E5440 4,488
+0%
1250 Phenom 9950 4,488
+0%
1251 Core i7-2630QM 4,487
+-0%
1252 Core i3-8130U 4,487
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core M 5Y10 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,638 Rank: 1186
Rank Name Score Visual
1182 Core i7-3537U 4,642
+0.1%
1183 Core i3-2120 4,641
+0.1%
1184 Core M-5Y70 4,640
+0%
1185 Athlon Silver 3050U 4,640
+0%
1186 Core M 5Y10 4,638
1187 Core i7-2720QM 4,638
+0%
1188 Xeon W3565 4,637
+-0%
1189 Xeon E3-1245 4,637
+-0%
1190 Core M-5Y71 4,635
-0.1%
1191 Pentium Silver N6005 4,633
-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 M 5Y10 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core M 5Y10 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core M 5Y10 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core M 5Y10 Details

Ranked #1211 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Core M 5Y10 sits just behind the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and ahead of the Pentium Silver N6005 in the broader benchmark landscape. While it may not be a contender in the high-end desktop or workstation space, its performance is competitive within the ultra-low-power mobile segment, particularly for lightweight productivity and media consumption. The processor is built on Intel’s Broadwell-Y architecture, a refinement of the previous generation, and is fabricated on a 14 nm process node. This design prioritizes energy efficiency over raw power, making it ideal for thin-and-light laptops and fanless devices where thermal constraints are critical.

The Core M 5Y10 features two cores and four threads, thanks to Intel’s Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology, allowing it to handle multiple tasks efficiently without significant performance loss. Base clock speed is set at 800 MHz, with a maximum turbo frequency of 2.0 GHz, enabling short bursts of higher performance when needed. Despite its modest frequency, the chip leverages Intel’s Turbo Boost 2.0 and Enhanced SpeedStep technologies to dynamically scale performance based on workload and power availability. The processor’s 4.5 W TDP further underscores its focus on power efficiency, making it one of the lowest-power options in Intel’s lineup.

In terms of memory, the Core M 5Y10 supports up to 16 GB of DDR3L-1333 or DDR3L-1600 RAM, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 12.8 GB/s. It includes 4 MiB of L3 cache and 512 KiB of L2 cache, which helps reduce latency for frequently accessed data. Integrated into the chip is the Intel HD Graphics 5300, featuring a base frequency of 100 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 800 MHz. This GPU supports up to four display outputs, making it suitable for basic multimedia tasks and light graphical workloads, though it is not designed for gaming or 3D rendering.

The Core M 5Y10 supports a range of modern instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and BMI1/BMI2, which enhance performance in encryption, multimedia, and machine learning applications. It also includes Intel’s VT-x virtualization technology and Extended Page Tables (EPT), enabling efficient virtual machine operation. While it lacks support for newer instruction sets like AVX-512, its feature set remains sufficient for most enterprise and consumer applications.

In single-core performance, the Core M 5Y10 scores 4638, placing it just behind the Core M-5Y70 and ahead of the Core M-5Y71, indicating strong efficiency in single-threaded tasks. Its multicore score of 4488 reflects balanced scaling across its two cores, though it falls short of more modern processors with higher core counts and frequencies. As of March 2026, the Core M 5Y10 remains a viable option for users seeking long battery life and low heat output in mobile devices, particularly in business laptops and 2-in-1 convertibles where thermal design is a key concern.
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Intel Core M 5Y10

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core M 5Y10
Family: Core
Series: 5000
Model Number: 5Y10
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 800 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 8x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Broadwell
Core Name: Broadwell
Core Family: 06
Core Model: 3D
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 4.5 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 512 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 4 MiB

Memory Specifications

Maximum Memory: 16 GB

Integrated Graphics

GPU: Intel HD Graphics 5300
GPU Max Frequency: 800 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 82 mm²
Transistor Count: 1.30 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 AES CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST VT-x EPT IPT Flex Memory MWT ATT FMA
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