Key Differences
In short — Core i5-7600K outperforms Core i5-2550K on the selected game parameters. We do not have the prices of both CPUs to compare value. The better performing Core i5-7600K is 1800 days newer than Core i5-2550K.
Advantages of Intel Core i5-7600K
- Performs up to 48% better in The Callisto Protocol than Core i5-2550K - 121 vs 82 FPS
- Consumes up to 4% less energy than Intel Core i5-2550K - 91 vs 95 Watts
- Works without a dedicated GPU, while Intel Core i5-2550K doesn't have integrated graphics
The Callisto Protocol
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
Ultra
Desktop • Jan 3rd, 2017
FPS
121
100%
Value, €/FPS
€1.64/FPS
100%
Price, €
€198.88
100%
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Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
Ultra
Desktop • Jan 30th, 2012
Desktop • Jan 3rd, 2017
Geekbench 5 Benchmarks
Intel Core i5-2550K | vs | Intel Core i5-7600K |
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Jan 30th, 2012 | Release Date | Jan 3rd, 2017 |
Core i5 | Collection | Core i5 |
Sandy Bridge | Codename | Kaby Lake |
Intel Socket 1155 | Socket | Intel Socket 1151 |
Desktop | Segment | Desktop |
4 | Cores | 4 |
4 | Threads | 4 |
3.4 GHz | Base Clock Speed | 3.8 GHz |
3.8 GHz | Turbo Clock Speed | 4.2 GHz |
95 W | TDP | 91 W |
32 nm | Process Size | 14 nm |
34.0x | Multiplier | 38.0x |
None | Integrated Graphics | HD 630 |
Yes | Overclockable | Yes |