iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U
6C 12T @ 2.1 GHz
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CPU comparison with benchmarks |
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AMD Ryzen 5 5500U or AMD Ryzen 5 5500U – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U features 6 processor cores and has the capability to manage 12 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2021 and belongs to the 4 generation of the AMD Ryzen 5 series. To use the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, you'll need a motherboard with a FP6 socket. The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD EPYC series. To use the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255, you'll need a motherboard with a SP4r2 socket. |
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4 | Generation | 1 |
AMD Ryzen 5 | Family | AMD EPYC |
AMD Ryzen 5000U | Group | AMD EPYC Embedded 3000 |
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Name | AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 |
Mobile | Segment | Desktop / Server |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U has 6 CPU cores and can calculate 12 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U is 2.1 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 4.0 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator. The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is 2.5 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.1 GHz. |
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6 | CPU Cores | 8 |
12 | Threads | 16 |
4.0 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 core) | 3.1 GHz |
2.1 GHz | Frequency | 2.5 GHz |
6x | Cores | 8x |
normal | Core architecture | normal |
No | Overclocking | Yes |
Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
3.4 GHz | Turbo Frequency (all cores) | None |
Internal Graphics |
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The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U uses the AMD Radeon 7 Graphics (Renoir), which has 448 texture shaders and 7 execution units. The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die. The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 does not have integrated graphics. |
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9 | Generation | -- |
Q1/2020 | Release date | -- |
-- | Max. displays | -- |
7 | Execution units | -- |
448 | Shaders | -- |
-- | GPU (Turbo) | -- |
1.8 GHz | GPU frequency | -- |
7 nm | Technology | -- |
AMD Radeon 7 Graphics (Renoir) | GPU name | |
2.0 GB | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
12 | Direct X | -- |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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-- | AI specifications | -- |
-- | AI hardware | -- |
Hardware codec support |
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A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Decode / Encode | JPEG | -- |
Decode / Encode | h264 | -- |
No | AV1 | -- |
Decode / Encode | VP9 | -- |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | -- |
Decode / Encode | AVC | -- |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | -- |
Decode / Encode | VP8 | -- |
Decode | VC-1 | -- |
Memory & PCIe |
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The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 512.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance. |
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2 | Memory channels | 2 |
32.0 GB | Max. Memory | 512.0 GB |
DDR4-3200 | Memory type | DDR4-2666 |
Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
51.2 GB/s | Bandwidth | 42.6 GB/s |
Yes | ECC | Yes |
pci | PCIe | pci |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 55 W watts. |
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25 W | TDP up | None |
15 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 55 W |
105 °C | Tjunction max | 105 °C |
10 W | TDP down | 25 W |
Technical details |
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The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is manufactured using a 14 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 16.0 MB cache. |
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Q1/2021 | Release date | Q1/2018 |
Lucienne (Zen 2) | Architecture | Snowy Owl (Zen) |
Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM |
Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
8.0 MB | L3-Cache | 16.0 MB |
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 | ISA extensions | SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 |
7 nm | Technology | 14 nm |
FP6 | Socket | SP4r2 |
x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
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-- | Release price | -- |
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 | Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux |
0 bytes | L2-Cache | 4.0 MB |