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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£210
  • Avg. price in US: ~$270
  • PassMark benchmark result: 5077
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.3 GHz

Intel Core i5 5575R review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

3.6

Performance

18.0%

4.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.2

Platform

1.0%

7.5

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 2.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.5

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.9
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.1

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-5575R is a 5th Generation Broadwell desktop processor featuring 4 physical cores and 4 threads, operating at a base frequency of 2.80 GHz with a maximum turbo boost of 3.30 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 65W TDP, it includes 4MB of L3 cache and uniquely features a 128MB L4 eDRAM cache to support its powerful integrated Iris Pro Graphics 6200. Main pros include its exceptional integrated graphics performance for its era, support for up to 32GB of DDR3L-1866 memory, and efficient power consumption for everyday productivity. However, notable cons include its older DDR3 memory standard, a locked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking, and a lack of hyper-threading, which limits its performance in modern heavily multi-threaded applications.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 5575R

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.1
Intel Core i5 5575R has a technical score of 4.1 points, which is lower than that of 77.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i5 5575R has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

5.7
Intel Core i5 5575R has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 78% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
Intel Core i5 5575R belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1364
Intel Core i5 5575R uses the FCBGA1364 CPU socket, which is older than that of 86.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

H97, Z97
Intel Core i5 5575R supports H97, Z97 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 53.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 5575R uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
Intel Core i5 5575R has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

4
Intel Core i5 5575R offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
Intel Core i5 5575R offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.3 GHz
Intel Core i5 5575R reaches a boost clock of 3.3 GHz which is lower than that of 86.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 2.8 GHz
Intel Core i5 5575R has a base clock of 4x2.8 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i5 5575R uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i5 5575R is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
Intel Core i5 5575R has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1 MB
Intel Core i5 5575R has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

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Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

1,866 MHz
Intel Core i5 5575R supports memory speeds up to 1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 84.5% of processors and equal to 2.7% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR3L-1866 MHz
Intel Core i5 5575R supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3L-1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 82.7% of processors and equal to 0.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

32 GB
Intel Core i5 5575R supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i5 5575R includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
Intel Core i5 5575R uses the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 64.1% of processors and equal to that in 0.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

48
Intel Core i5 5575R has 48 GPU execution units, which is more than 82.5% of processors and equal to 4.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i5 5575R has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 5575R supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 70.9% of processors and equal to 0.1% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

65 W
Intel Core i5 5575R has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

65 W
Intel Core i5 5575R has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

81.25 W
Intel Core i5 5575R has a boost power of 81.25 W which is higher than that of 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

no
Intel Core i5 5575R does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 5575R vs the average processor

  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 5575R has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24

    Intel Core i5 5575R has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.48 vs 24
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 5575R has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.

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Integrated Graphics
  • 5 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i5 5575R has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
    February 2015
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 5575R uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,364 vs FP2).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 5575R does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 23.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 26.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 5575R does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 51.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,077 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 15.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,093 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 32.6% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (3,232 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 37.5% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 37.5% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 5575R has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 5575R has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 5575R uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Broadwell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2.2% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher die size than the average processor (182 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 34.7% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (29.9 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 36.4% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,866 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 5575R does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 27% higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (81.3 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 23.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 26.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,081 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,081 vs 1,471
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 5575R has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 5575R has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i5 5575R has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 5575R does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i5 5575R does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 51.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,077 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,077 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.5,077 vs 10,532.5
  • 15.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,093 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 5575R has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,093 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,093 vs 2,483
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    Intel Core i5 5575R has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Core i5 5575R?

  • Features high-performance Iris Pro Graphics 6200 integrated solution
  • Supports advanced virtualization (VT-x and VT-d) for better virtual machine performance
  • Efficient 14nm production node with a manageable 65W TDP for desktop use
  • Includes support for AVX and AVX2 standards, boosting calculation-heavy applications
  • Utilizes PCI-Express Gen 3 for high-speed communication with modern SSDs and components

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 5575R?

  • Locked multiplier strictly limits potential for overclocking
  • Lacks Hyper-Threading, which can reduce performance in heavily multi-threaded tasks by up to 20%
  • Older BGA1364 socket design means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and not easily upgradable
  • Limited to older DDR3/DDR3L memory standards with a maximum speed of 1866 MT/s
  • Discontinued status means it no longer receives regular servicing or official updates from Intel

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel i7-5675C vs i5-5575R [cpubenchmark.net] by PassMark Software

The Intel Core i7-5675C and i5-5575R are 5th-gen Broadwell processors featuring Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128MB eDRAM, offering strong integrated graphics for small-form-factor builds. The i7-5675C leads with a 3.1 GHz base (3.6 GHz boost) and an unlocked multiplier, while the i5-5575R runs at a lower 2.8 GHz base (3.3 GHz boost) and is roughly 17% slower in multi-threaded...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel i5-6500 vs i5-5575R - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-6500 (Skylake) and i5-5575R (Broadwell) are 2015-era 65W TDP processors with similar performance profiles, though the i5-6500 offers roughly 9-10% higher multi-threaded performance and higher clock speeds (3.20GHz base/3.6GHz turbo). The i5-6500 provides better raw CPU speed and DDR4 support (pros) but has weaker integrated graphics compared to the R-series (cons)....Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i5-5575R Benchmarks - Geekbench

The Intel Core i5-5575R is a 2015 5th-gen Broadwell desktop processor with 4 cores, 4 threads, and a 2.8 GHz base frequency, featuring a significant pro in its integrated Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128 MB eDRAM. A key con is the locked multiplier, which restricts overclocking, and a reliance on older DDR3L memory, which limits bandwidth. The 65W TDP is a pro for...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel Core i5-5575R @ 2.80GHz - CPU Benchmarks

Released in late 2015, the Intel Core i5-5575R is a 14nm Broadwell-based, 4-core/4-thread desktop processor operating at 2.80 GHz to 3.30 GHz with 65W TDP. A significant advantage of this CPU is the integrated Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128 MB eDRAM, enabling capable, entry-level graphical performance without a dedicated card, alongside AVX2 and virtualization support....Read more

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cashconverters.fr
01/03/2026
Apple iMac Desktops - Processor i5-5575R Specifications

The Apple iMac 21.5-inch (Mid-2017) listed on Cash Converters is an entry-level all-in-one desktop equipped with a 2.3GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 1TB HDD. This model features a 1080p Full HD display and is designed for basic productivity rather than heavy professional use. Pros include its iconic, space-saving aluminum slim design, versatile connectivity...Read more

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bureau-vallee.fr
01/03/2026
APPLE iMac - Core i5-5575R - Technical Specifications and Grading Test

This reconditioned 21.5-inch Apple iMac (Late 2015) with an Intel Core i5-5575R and 256GB SSD serves as a cost-effective, stylish desktop for light tasks, featuring a durable aluminum unibody design. Its primary strengths include a vibrant IPS display for media consumption and significantly improved responsiveness over older HDD models thanks to the SSD upgrade, along with ample USB...Read more

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geekbench.com
01/07/2026
Intel Core i5-5575R Benchmarks - Geekbench

The Intel Core i5-5575R is a quad-core 14nm Broadwell processor from 2015 that operates at 2.8 GHz to 3.3 GHz and features Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128 MB of eDRAM. According to Geekbench 6, it delivers a single-core score of roughly 1,081, placing its performance alongside legacy high-end mobile chips and Xeon processors. The chip is noted for its efficient 65W TDP and...Read more

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Apple iMac 21.5" (2015) Intel Core i5-5575R - Specs and Tests

The late 2015 Apple iMac 21.5-inch with an Intel Core i5-5575R processor serves as a budget-friendly all-in-one, featuring a 2.8 GHz CPU, 8GB of soldered RAM, and a high-quality 1080p IPS display. While offering strong integrated Intel Iris Pro 6200 graphics and excellent built-in audio, the base model is severely hindered by a slow 5400 RPM hard drive, making an SSD or Fusion Drive...Read more

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cs-computers.be
15/12/2023
Benchmarks of the new 21.5-inch 4K iMac: Faster than before (Core i5-5575R)

The late-2015 21.5-inch Apple iMac is a sleek, entry-level all-in-one desktop featuring a 2.8GHz Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, designed for general home or office tasks. Key pros include a vibrant display, quality built-in speakers, and upgraded rechargeable peripherals (Magic Keyboard and Mouse 2). However, cons include a slow 5,400-rpm hard drive in the base model and...Read more

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