CPU Comparison
Intel Core i5-7600 vs Intel Core i7-5775R
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-7600 is a high-end mainstream desktop processor launched in early 2017 as part of the 7th Generation Kaby Lake lineup. Positioned just below the unlocked K-series, it features four physical cores without Hyper-Threading, operating at a base frequency of 3.5 GHz with a maximum turbo boost of 4.1 GHz. This represents the highest clock speeds available on a locked 7th Gen i5 processor. Manufactured on Intel's 14nm process, it maintains a 65-watt TDP, making it easy to cool with standard solutions. The processor integrates Intel HD 630 graphics, providing hardware-accelerated 4K media decoding, and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory at 2400 MT/s. While its high clock speeds deliver excellent single-thread performance for gaming and daily applications, the absence of Hyper-Threading limits its multi-threaded throughput. Utilizing the LGA 1151 socket, the i5-7600 was aimed at users seeking top-tier locked performance, though it was quickly overshadowed by the 6-core 8th Gen processors that followed.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Very snappy for daily tasks, but 4 threads limit heavy multitasking.
4 cores and high IPC handle office tasks effortlessly.
Gaming
Good for older games due to high clocks, but bottlenecks modern GPUs in CPU-heavy titles.
Iris Pro 6200 can handle older or eSports titles at 720p/1080p Low.
Virtualization
Limited by core count for running multiple VMs.
Capable of light VMs, but limited by 65W TDP.
Efficiency
65W TDP offers a good balance of power and heat.
14nm process makes it incredibly power-efficient.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No AI acceleration hardware
- Inadequate for local AI inference
- No AI hardware
- eDRAM helps slightly with CPU inference
Content Creation
Gaming
- High single-core clocks help older games
- 4 threads cause stuttering in modern AAA titles
- Requires a discrete GPU for any real gaming
- Iris Pro 6200 was great for integrated graphics
- Can play older AAA games at low settings
- Not suitable for modern AAA titles
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- High single-thread performance
- 4.1 GHz max turbo boost
- 65W TDP is easy to cool
- Hardware 4K video decoding
- Good for legacy gaming
Cons
- Only 4 cores and 4 threads
- Locked multiplier
- Bottlenecks modern GPUs
- No official Windows 11 support
- Outdated PCIe Gen 3
Pros
- Powerful Iris Pro 6200 graphics
- 128 MB L4 eDRAM
- Highly efficient 14nm process
- Good CPU performance
Cons
- Soldered to motherboard (BGA)
- Locked multiplier
- Only supports DDR3
- Hard to find standalone
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i5-7600
- AMD Ryzen 5 1500XRival
Desktop
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-7500Rival
Desktop
- AMD Ryzen 5 1600Rival
Desktop
- Intel Core i7-7700Rival
Desktop
- Intel Core i3-7350KRival
Desktop
Successor with 6 cores, offering much better modern performance for similar money.
Compare head-to-headThe unlocked version if you plan to overclock on an older board.
Compare head-to-headA cheap modern alternative with 6 cores and 12 threads.
Compare head-to-headA modern budget CPU that vastly outperforms it.
Compare head-to-head
Intel Core i7-5775R
- AMD A10-7890KRival
Desktop APU
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-4770RRival
Desktop BGA
- AMD A10-7870KRival
Desktop APU
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-5675RRival
Desktop BGA
- Intel Core i7-4790SRival
Desktop
Socketed version for DIY builders.
Compare head-to-headSuccessor with better CPU IPC and DDR4.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5600GAlt
Modern APU with vastly superior integrated graphics.
- Intel Core i5-12400Alt
Modern alternative with much better CPU performance.
- AMD Ryzen 7 5700GAlt
8-core APU for compact builds.
Our Verdict on Each
Offers the best single-thread performance of the locked 7th Gen i5s, but the 4-core/4-thread limitation makes it a poor choice for modern multi-threaded workloads.
Best for: Upgrading an older LGA 1151 system where maximum single-thread speed is needed without overclocking.
Read the full reviewA revolutionary processor for integrated graphics, bringing Iris Pro 6200 to compact form factors, though its BGA nature limits DIY appeal.
Best for: Purchasing a used AIO or NUC for basic office work or media consumption.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i5-7600 or Intel Core i7-5775R?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i7-5775R comes out ahead with a score of 8/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i5-7600 or Intel Core i7-5775R?
For gaming, the Intel Core i5-7600 leads with a gaming performance score of 55/100 among Intel Core i5-7600 and Intel Core i7-5775R.
Do Intel Core i5-7600 and Intel Core i7-5775R use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i5-7600: Intel Socket 1151, Intel Core i7-5775R: Intel BGA 1364), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i7-5775R posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i5-7600 (6,000), Intel Core i7-5775R (7,000). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.