Intel Core i5-3550S

Intel Core i5-3550S
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i5-3550S embodies the technology of the Ivy Bridge S architecture. This processor was produced using the then highly modern 22-nanometer process. That was an important step for energy efficiency in its class. It was once a popular choice for desktop computers. It delivered solid performance for everyday tasks back then.

A particular advantage was the integrated graphics unit. The Intel HD Graphics 2500 delivered sufficient graphics performance for standard applications. This made it possible to forgo a dedicated graphics card. This saved costs and simplified system construction. With its 6 MB Level 3 Cache, the processor ensured a responsive feel.

This was especially noticeable during daily use of the computer. The support of PCIe 3.0 was a current standard at the time. It ensured fast data transfer to other components. Even today, the Intel Core i5-3550S can still be found in many systems. There, it reliably fulfills its duties for simple office work or media consumption.

Sometimes it surprises us how well it still handles its tasks. It stands for an era of solid and durable hardware.
  • Ivy Bridge S Architecture
  • Integrated Graphics (Intel HD Graphics 2500)
  • 6 MB Level 3 Cache
  • Energy-Efficient Manufacturing (22 nm)

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 718 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 674 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-3550
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
724
Intel Xeon E5-2650L v3
12C / 24T · 2.50 GHz
723
Intel Core i5-3550S
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
722
Intel Celeron G5905T
2C / 2T · 3.30 GHz
721
Intel Core i7-3770T
4C / 8T · 3.70 GHz
715
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-4130
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
2,101
Intel Pentium Gold G6605
2C / 4T · 4.30 GHz
2,085
Intel Core i5-3550S
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
2,082
Intel Core i5-2550k
4C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
2,010
Intel Core i5-3340
4C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
1,977
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-3550
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
783
Intel Core i7-2700K
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
782
Intel Core i5-3550S
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
781
Intel Core i3-6100T
2C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
780
Intel Core i5-4670T
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
780
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-4440S
4C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
2,540
Intel Core i5-2500k
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
2,537
Intel Core i5-3550S
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
2,528
AMD FX-8320
8C / 8T · 3.75 GHz
2,489
Intel Core i5-3475S
4C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
2,488
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Intel Core i5-3570
Intel HD Graphics 2500
110
Intel Core i5-3570S
Intel HD Graphics 2500
110
Intel Core i5-3550S
Intel HD Graphics 2500
110
Intel Core i5-3470S
Intel HD Graphics 2500
106
Intel Core i5-3470
Intel HD Graphics 2500
106

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i5 (336)
CPU groupIntel Core i 3000 (31)
ArchitectureIvy Bridge S
Technology22 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1155
Generation3
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 3.00 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.70 GHz
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache6.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPU frequency0.65 - 1.15 GHz
CUs / Shader6 / 48
Raytracing
Max. displays3
Max. GPU Memory2 GB
Technology22 nm
Release dateQ2/2012

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1600
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory32 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe3.0 x 16
PCIe Bandwidth15.8 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP65 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Release dateQ2/2012
Release price197 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i5-3550S
Intel Core i5-3550S
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