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  • Avg. price: ~£340
  • PassMark benchmark result: 5756
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.6 GHz

Intel Core i5 5675C review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.7

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%

4.5

Technical Score

10.0%

6.6

User score

Poor
4.5

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%

3.8

Performance

18.0%

4.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

Poor
6.6

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%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

2.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.1
(13)
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5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Good
  • 3.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.9

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.4

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.4

    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 i5-5675C is a 5th Generation Broadwell quad-core desktop processor built on a 14nm process, featuring 4 threads, a 3.10 GHz base frequency, and a 3.60 GHz Max Turbo frequency. A standout characteristic is its integrated Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128MB of dedicated eDRAM, which significantly boosts graphical performance compared to its predecessors. Main pros include its relatively low 65W TDP, an unlocked multiplier for easier overclocking, and exceptional integrated graphics performance for its era. However, notable cons include its limited 4MB L3 cache, lack of Hyper-Threading support, and lower raw clock speeds compared to some high-end Haswell-based predecessors.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 5675C

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%

3.8

Performance

18.0%

4.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

4.5
Intel Core i5 5675C has a technical score of 4.48 points, which is lower than that of 66.4% 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%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

2.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(13)
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

6.6
Intel Core i5 5675C has a user score of 6.57 points, which is lower than that of 97.2% of products in this category.
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.
2.5
Intel Core i5 5675C has a popularity of 2.5 points, which is higher than 77% 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

5.9
Intel Core i5 5675C has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.9 points, which is lower than 69.8% 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 5675C 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

LGA1150
Intel Core i5 5675C uses the LGA1150 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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

3.6 GHz
Intel Core i5 5675C reaches a boost clock of 3.6 GHz which is lower than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.6% 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 3.1 GHz
Intel Core i5 5675C has a base clock of 4x3.1 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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

DDR3
Intel Core i5 5675C supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% of processors.
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

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i5 5675C supports memory speeds up to 1600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.3% of processors and equal to 11.3% 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-1600 MHz
Intel Core i5 5675C supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3L-1600 MHz, which is lower than that of 95.7% of processors and equal to 0.8% 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

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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 5675C 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

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Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 5675C supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 54.8% of processors and equal to 0.2% 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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

yes
Intel Core i5 5675C supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 37 W
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Intel Core i5 5675C vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i5 5675C has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 5675C has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 5675C includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 5675C includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i5 5675C supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 5675C supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2.45x more popular
    Intel Core i5 5675C is more popular than the average processor (2.45 vs 1.000).
    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.
    Intel Core i5 5675C is more popular than the average processor (2.45 vs 1.000).2.45 vs 1
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.48 vs 24
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i5 5675C has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i5 5675C supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 5675C has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 5675C includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

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Overall
Performance
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 5 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i5 5675C has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
    June 2015
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 5675C does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i5 5675C supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 28.5% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (346 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 45.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,756 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 10.5% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,223 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 37.5% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 7% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,368 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 37.5% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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.
  • 14.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (4,108 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Broadwell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2.2% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a higher die size than the average processor (182 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 5675C supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 45.4% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 75% less memory per DIMM
    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer memory per DIMM than the average processor (8 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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.
  • 4 °C lower TJ Max
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (96 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C 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.
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 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 5675C has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 28.5% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (346 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (346 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.346 vs 484
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C 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 5675C has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 5675C supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
    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

    Intel Core i5 5675C supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).DDR3 vs DDR4
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 5675C 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 5675C 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
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    Intel Core i5 5675C has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    Intel Core i5 5675C has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 5675C?

  • Exceptional integrated graphics performance featuring Iris Pro Graphics 6200 with 128MB eDRAM L4 cache
  • High energy efficiency with a conservative 65W TDP making it ideal for mini-ITX and low-noise builds
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for significant overclocking potential despite conservative stock speeds
  • Strong IPC (Instructions Per Cycle) improvements over previous Haswell architecture
  • Compatible with existing LGA 1150 socket motherboards (Z97/H97 series)

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 5675C?

  • Lower base (3.1GHz) and turbo (3.6GHz) clock speeds compared to previous-generation high-end Haswell chips
  • Lacks Hyper-Threading support, limiting performance in heavily multithreaded workloads
  • Requires a 9-series chipset motherboard and often a mandatory BIOS update for compatibility
  • Released very close to the Skylake architecture, making it a short-lived 'stop-gap' option
  • High initial retail price compared to other mid-range processors of its time

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rockpapershotgun.com
04/06/2015
Intel gaming CPUs 2015: Broadwell Core i7-5775C and Core i5-5675C

Rock Paper Shotgun’s 2015 review highlights Intel’s transition to 14nm silicon with the Broadwell Core i7-5775C and i5-5675C, which featured impressive integrated graphics (Iris Pro 6200) and power-efficient 65W, unlocked performance. However, these chips were deemed of little interest to enthusiasts because the improved integrated graphics offered no benefit to those using...Read more

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tomshardware.com
02/06/2015
Broadwell: Intel Core i7-5775C And i5-5675C Review

The 14nm Broadwell-based Core i7-5775C and i5-5675C focus on integrated graphics performance over raw clock speed, utilizing a massive 128MB eDRAM L4 cache to boost the Iris Pro Graphics 6200 engine. These processors offer industry-leading integrated graphics capability, often surpassing discrete entry-level cards, while maintaining low 65W power consumption and compatibility with...Read more

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hexus.net
04/08/2015
Review: Intel Core i7-5775C (14nm Broadwell)

The Intel Core i7-5775C brings 14nm Broadwell architecture to the LGA-1150 socket, offering a 65W TDP that provides high power efficiency, though at lower clock speeds than its Haswell predecessor. It features the powerful Iris Pro Graphics 6200 and 128MB of eDRAM, delivering market-leading integrated graphics performance. Despite its efficiency, the CPU faces limitations with...Read more

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anandtech.com
02/06/2015
The Intel Broadwell Desktop Review: Core i7-5775C and Core i5-5675C

The AnandTech review of Intel’s Core i7-5775C and i5-5675C highlights these 14nm Broadwell desktop processors as specialized chips bridging Haswell and Skylake, featuring roughly 5% improved IPC and a 65W TDP. Their standout feature is the Iris Pro Graphics 6200, which, combined with 128MB of L4 eDRAM (Crystal Well), delivers unprecedented integrated graphics performance and boosts...Read more

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computerbase.de
27/10/2015
Intel Processor Review: Comparing Core i5-6500, 5675C, and 4690

This ComputerBase review evaluates three Intel generations—Skylake i5-6500, Broadwell i5-5675C, and Haswell i5-4690—focusing on performance, efficiency, and platform differences. The 14nm Skylake i5-6500 provides excellent power efficiency and platform features like DDR4, though it offers only marginal performance gains over the i5-4690 due to lower clock speeds. The Broadwell...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
02/06/2015
Intel Core i7-5775C and Core i5-5675C: Broadwell arrives!

Intel's 14nm Core i7-5775C and i5-5675C (Broadwell) processors, featuring Iris Pro Graphics 6200 and 128MB of L4 eDRAM, prioritize integrated graphics and 65W efficiency on the LGA 1150 socket. While offering a ~5% IPC boost and superior, often "unbelievably competitive" gaming performance compared to previous APUs, these CPUs feature lower clock speeds and reduced L3 cache compared...Read more

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hardware.fr
07/07/2015
Core i5-5675C: Testing the CPU side of Broadwell

The Hardware.fr review of the Core i5-5675C highlights it as a unique 14nm "Broadwell-DT" processor for the LGA 1150 platform, prioritizing efficiency and integrated graphics over high clock speeds. A key feature is the 128MB of eDRAM (L4 cache), which significantly boosts the Iris Pro Graphics 6200 and helps mitigate lower CPU frequencies, making it highly efficient. While it...Read more

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tomshw.it
02/06/2015
Intel Core i7-5775C and Core i5-5675C Review: Broadwell for Desktops Tested

The Intel Core i7-5775C and i5-5675C introduce 14nm Broadwell architecture to socketed LGA 1150 desktops, highlighting 128MB of L4 eDRAM and Iris Pro Graphics 6200 for significant, bandwidth-heavy performance gains. Key pros include best-in-class integrated graphics enabling 1080p gaming and exceptional 65W TDP efficiency, making them ideal for small form factor systems. However,...Read more

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tweakers.net
09/11/2015
Thorough and independent Intel Core i5-5675C reviews

The Intel Core i5-5675C (Broadwell) for LGA 1150 features revolutionary Iris Pro 6200 graphics and 128MB of eDRAM (L4 cache), providing superior gaming performance despite a lower 3.1 GHz base clock. Pros include exceptional integrated GPU capabilities, low 65W TDP, and an unlocked multiplier, making it ideal for small-form-factor systems. Cons include poor market timing against...Read more

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