Core M 5Y10a

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core M 5Y10a

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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 5Y10a based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,165 Rank: 1728
Rank Name Score Visual
1724 Intel Core i7-840QM 4,167
+0%
1725 A6-3500 4,167
+0%
1726 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,167
+0%
1727 Pentium E5300 4,166
+0%
1728 Core M 5Y10a 4,165
1729 Celeron 847E 4,165
+0%
1730 A6-3420M 4,163
+-0%
1731 Athlon II X2 245 4,162
-0.1%
1732 A8-5545M 4,161
-0.1%
1733 E2-3200 4,161
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core M 5Y10a based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,328 Rank: 1660
Rank Name Score Visual
1656 Celeron N4000 4,329
+0%
1657 Athlon II X3 445 4,329
+0%
1658 Celeron 1037U 4,329
+0%
1659 A6-6310 4,329
+0%
1660 Core M 5Y10a 4,328
1661 Core i5-460M 4,328
+0%
1662 Athlon II X3 400e 4,328
+0%
1663 Athlon II X3 425 4,327
+-0%
1664 Core i3-3227U 4,327
+-0%
1665 A4-3400 4,327
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core M 5Y10a based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,056 Rank: 1723
Rank Name Score Visual
1719 Phenom II X3 705e 4,059
+0.1%
1720 A8-6410 4,059
+0.1%
1721 A6-3500 4,058
+0%
1722 Core 2 Duo P8800 4,057
+0%
1723 Core M 5Y10a 4,056
1724 Core i7-2610UE 4,056
+0%
1725 Celeron 3965Y 4,052
-0.1%
1726 Xeon E5345 4,049
-0.2%
1727 Core 2 Duo P7450 4,049
-0.2%
1728 A6-3650 4,047
-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 M 5Y10a based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core M 5Y10a based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core M 5Y10a based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core M 5Y10a Details

The Intel Core M 5Y10a stands out for its efficiency and integrated graphics, making it a compelling choice for ultra-portable devices and low-power computing scenarios. Released in the mid-2010s, this processor is now considered an older design, yet it still holds relevance in niche markets where power consumption and thermal performance are paramount. Built on Intel's Broadwell Y architecture at a 14 nm process, the Core M 5Y10a is engineered for mobile platforms, particularly thin and light laptops and 2-in-1 devices.

At its core, the processor features two cores with four threads enabled via Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing for efficient multitasking and improved performance in multithreaded applications. It operates at a base clock speed of 800 MHz, with a turbo frequency of up to 2.0 GHz, enabling brief bursts of higher performance when needed. The chip is equipped with 4 MiB of L3 cache and 512 KiB of L2 cache, contributing to faster data access and reduced latency. The 14 nm CMOS technology ensures excellent power efficiency, reflected in its 4.5 W TDP, making it ideal for fanless or passive-cooled systems.

The Core M 5Y10a includes Intel HD Graphics 5300 as its integrated GPU, capable of handling basic multimedia tasks, light gaming, and video playback. With a maximum frequency of 800 MHz and support for up to four display outputs, it provides sufficient graphics performance for everyday use. The processor supports DDR3L and LPDDR3 memory types, with a maximum memory capacity of 16 GiB and a maximum bandwidth of 18.0 GB/s, ensuring compatibility with modern low-power memory standards.

In terms of supported features, the processor includes a broad range of instruction sets such as SSE, AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and BMI1/2, enhancing performance in encryption, multimedia, and scientific computing workloads. It also supports Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep and Turbo Boost 2.0 technologies, dynamically adjusting clock speeds to optimize performance and power consumption. Despite its age, the Core M 5Y10a remains competitive in low-power scenarios, particularly in systems where thermal constraints limit higher-performance options.

Benchmark results reveal a multicore score of 4,328, placing it at rank #1660 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4,056 (rank #1723) and an overall score of 4,165 (rank #1728). While it trails significantly behind modern high-end CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, it holds its own against older mobile and desktop processors from the same era. Its strongest performance category is single-core, where it ranks just below the Core 2 Duo P8800 and A6-3500, though it falls behind in multicore performance due to its limited core count and lower base frequency.

As of March 2026, the Core M 5Y10a is best suited for users prioritizing portability, battery life, and quiet operation over raw computational power. It remains a viable option for basic productivity tasks, web browsing, and media consumption in ultra-thin laptops and fanless systems. While it lacks the performance of modern mainstream processors, its combination of low power draw and integrated capabilities ensures it still serves a purpose in the evolving mobile computing landscape.
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Intel Core M 5Y10a

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core M 5Y10a
Family: Core
Series: 5000
Model Number: 5Y10a
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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