CPU Comparison
Intel Core i5-750s vs Intel Core i5-760
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-750s is a low-power variant of the Lynnfield quad-core, running at 2.4GHz with an 82W TDP for smaller form factor and energy-conscious builds.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Slower than the standard i5-750 in sustained multi-threaded workloads due to the 2.4GHz base.
Noticeably faster than the i5-750 in multi-threaded tasks, but still inadequate for modern productivity.
Gaming
Turbo boost helps in light gaming but the low base clock hurts in sustained loads.
The best Lynnfield i5 for gaming, but still cannot handle modern AAA titles.
Virtualization
Four cores help but lower clocks limit VM performance.
Four cores at higher clocks provide usable virtualization for lightweight VMs.
Efficiency
Better efficiency than the standard i5-750 at 82W, though still poor by modern standards.
95W for four 45nm cores at 2.8GHz is inefficient by modern standards.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No AI acceleration
- Far too slow for any ML workload
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Content Creation
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Gaming
- 2.4GHz base clock is too low for modern games
- Turbo boost to 3.2GHz helps slightly in lightly threaded scenarios
- Requires a discrete GPU for any gaming
- Was a capable gaming CPU in 2010-2012 with a good discrete GPU
- Cannot run modern AAA games at playable frame rates
- Overclocking to 4.0GHz helps slightly but does not overcome architectural limitations
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Lower power consumption for small form factor builds
- Same turbo boost ceiling as standard i5-750
- Four real cores with 8MB cache
- Lower thermal output simplifies cooling
Cons
- 2.4GHz base clock was slow even in 2010
- Significant performance drop in sustained multi-threaded workloads
- No integrated graphics requires discrete GPU
- No AVX support
- Completely obsolete platform
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i5-750s
- AMD Phenom II X4 910eRival
Low-Power Quad-Core
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-750Rival
Standard Quad-Core
- AMD Athlon II X4 605eRival
Low-Power Quad-Core
- Intel Core i3-530Rival
Budget Dual-Core with iGPU
- AMD Phenom II X4 810Rival
Budget Quad-Core
If integrated graphics and low power were priorities over core count.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
An interesting low-power variant that traded clock speed for efficiency, but the 2.4GHz base clock limited performance even in 2010.
Best for: Maintaining an existing SFF Lynnfield build
Read the full reviewA solid refresh of the i5-750 that offered meaningful performance improvements. The best Lynnfield i5 for gamers, though entirely obsolete today.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i5-750s or Intel Core i5-760?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i5-760 comes out ahead with a score of 5.5/10. 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 i5-750s or Intel Core i5-760?
For gaming, the Intel Core i5-760 leads with a gaming performance score of 14/100 among Intel Core i5-750s and Intel Core i5-760.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core i5-750s has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i5-750s (82 W), Intel Core i5-760 (95 W).
Do Intel Core i5-750s and Intel Core i5-760 use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the LGA 1156 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i5-760 posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i5-750s (6,350), Intel Core i5-760 (7,250). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.