Intel Core 5 220U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Entry-level

The Intel Core 5 220U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life.

It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $1080.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite - X1E-80-100 is 60% faster and its entry price is $181 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core 5 220U a good processor?

The Intel Core 5 220U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 171 of 272 and delivers 22.8% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the U mean in Intel processors?

The U marks Intel's low-power line: 15 W, for thin, quiet laptops with longer battery life.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core 5 220U?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 5 5625U.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core 5 220U cost?

It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $1080.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite - X1E-80-100 is 60% faster and its entry price is $181 lower.

Specs

Model 220U
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core 5
Socket BGA 1744
Boost frequency 5 GHz
Cores 10
Threads 12
Frequency 1,4 GHz
Cache 12 MB
Cache type Smart Cache

Performance summary

#171 of 272
Relative performance 22.8%
Laptops 1
Price from $1080
Average price $1080

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also low-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite - X1E-80-100 36.5% From $899 Apple M5 10 Core 42.8% From $1260 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U 38.9% From $1439 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U 38.1% From $1320 Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite - X1E-78-100 36.2% From $1308

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