Intel Core i5-3335S vs Intel Core i7-10510Y Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a consistent, though narrow, victory for the Intel Core i7-10510Y across every recorded Cinebench test. The i7-10510Y wins all five head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-3335S does not win a single one. The margins are small, ranging from 1.6% to 1.7%, but they are uniform across both single-core and multi-core workloads.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-10510Y scores 319 against the i5-3335S's 314, a 1.6% advantage. The Cinebench R20 multi-core test shows a similar picture, with the i7-10510Y at 1332 and the i5-3335S at 1310, a 1.7% lead. The single-core results follow the same pattern: in Cinebench R20 single-core, the i7-10510Y posts 187 versus 184, a 1.6% edge, and in Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 447 against 440, again a 1.6% advantage. The largest relative margin appears in the Cinebench R23 multi-core test, where the i7-10510Y scores 3173 versus 3121, a 1.7% lead.

The overall average benchmark scores reflect this balance. The i7-10510Y has an average benchmark score of 1092, while the i5-3335S sits at 1083. Both processors land at the 30th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy a similar performance tier. The nearest rivals for the i7-10510Y, such as the Intel Core i7-4600M with an average score of 1093, are within 0.2% of its performance, showing how tightly grouped these results are. For the i5-3335S, the nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-2320 with an identical average score of 1083.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-10510Y wins exclusively in this matchup, but the nature of its wins matters for use-case analysis. Its advantage appears in both single-core and multi-core Cinebench workloads, which indicates a consistent performance edge across rendering tasks rather than a specialization in one area.

For users relying on Cinebench-style rendering workloads, the i7-10510Y provides a measurable, if modest, uplift. The data shows a 1.6% to 1.7% lead in every recorded test, meaning users should expect slightly faster completion times for both single-threaded and multi-threaded render jobs. The i7-10510Y achieves this while operating at a significantly lower TDP of 9 watts compared to the i5-3335S's 65 watts, a fact that speaks to efficiency rather than raw performance.

Conversely, the i5-3335S has no benchmark wins to claim. However, its performance is close enough that the practical difference in everyday use may be negligible for tasks that do not scale with the specific Cinebench workloads measured. The i5-3335S does have additional data points in the database, including Geekbench multi-core and single-core scores of 1647 and 562 respectively, which are not recorded for the i7-10510Y. These scores cannot be directly compared, but they show that the i5-3335S has a measurable presence in other benchmark suites.

The i5-3335S also offers a different feature set that may matter for certain workloads: it supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the i7-10510Y has no recorded PCIe information. This could affect expansion capabilities in a desktop system, though the database does not provide performance data for this aspect.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural eras and target different market segments. The i7-10510Y is built on Comet Lake (Comet Lake-Y) architecture using a 14 nm process node, while the i5-3335S is built on Ivy Bridge architecture at a 22nm node. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the process node difference reflects a generational gap.

The i7-10510Y has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i5-3335S has 4 cores and 4 threads. This means the i7-10510Y supports simultaneous multithreading, allowing each core to handle two threads, whereas the i5-3335S does not. The i7-10510Y also has a higher boost clock at 4.50 GHz versus the i5-3335S's 3.20 GHz, though its base clock is lower at 1200 MHz versus 2700 MHz.

Cache configurations differ as well. The i7-10510Y has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-3335S has 6 MB of shared L3 cache. Both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core. The i5-3335S has a dual-channel memory bus, a detail not recorded for the i7-10510Y, and its memory support is DDR3. The i7-10510Y also lists DDR3 memory support.

The i5-3335S has documented physical dimensions with 1,480 million transistors and a die size of 160 mm². The i7-10510Y has no recorded transistor count or die size in the database. The i5-3335S also includes PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the i7-10510Y has no PCIe data listed.

The integrated graphics differ: the i7-10510Y comes with UHD Graphics, while the i5-3335S includes Intel HD 4000. Neither supports ECC memory. The market segments are distinct, with the i7-10510Y being a mobile processor and the i5-3335S a desktop processor. The i7-10510Y uses the Intel BGA 1440 socket, while the i5-3335S uses Intel Socket 1155.

The release dates reflect the generation gap: the i7-10510Y was released on August 20, 2019, while the i5-3335S was released on October 31, 2012. The i7-10510Y is marked as active in production, while the i5-3335S has no production status recorded. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded benchmark data, the Intel Core i7-10510Y is the superior processor in Cinebench workloads. It wins all five head-to-head comparisons, including both single-core and multi-core tests. The margins are consistent, ranging from 1.6% to 1.7%, which indicates a reliable performance advantage rather than a statistical anomaly.

The i7-10510Y is the clear choice for users prioritizing rendering performance in Cinebench-based tasks, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded. Its higher thread count (8 versus 4) and larger L3 cache (8 MB versus 6 MB) likely contribute to its multi-core lead, while its higher boost clock (4.50 GHz versus 3.20 GHz) explains the single-core advantage.

However, the i5-3335S is not without merit. Its performance is close enough that the difference is small in absolute terms, and it benefits from a mature desktop platform with PCIe Gen 3 support. Users who require a desktop socket with 16 PCIe lanes and are not sensitive to the small Cinebench differences may find the i5-3335S adequate. The i5-3335S also has recorded Geekbench scores, though the i7-10510Y is missing those data points, so a direct comparison there is impossible.

The i7-10510Y holds a clear efficiency advantage, with a TDP of 9 watts versus 65 watts. This makes it suitable for low-power mobile devices, while the i5-3335S is designed for desktop systems where power draw is less constrained. For users who value performance per watt, the i7-10510Y is the obvious choice.

In summary, the data favors the i7-10510Y for benchmark performance, with a consistent lead in every measured test. The i5-3335S is a competent desktop processor, but it does not outperform the i7-10510Y in any recorded metric. The verdict is straightforward: the i7-10510Y wins on performance, efficiency, and thread support, while the i5-3335S offers a desktop platform with PCIe connectivity.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i7-10510Y scores 3173 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, compared to the Intel Core i5-3335S's 3121, a 1.7% difference.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i7-10510Y has a TDP of 9 watts, while the Intel Core i5-3335S has a TDP of 65 watts, a substantial difference in power consumption.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores, but the Intel Core i7-10510Y has 8 threads while the Intel Core i5-3335S has 4 threads.

Q: What is the release date difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core i7-10510Y was released on August 20, 2019, while the Intel Core i5-3335S was released on October 31, 2012.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-10510Y has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i5-3335S has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: No, neither the Intel Core i7-10510Y nor the Intel Core i5-3335S supports ECC memory.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-10510Y | Intel Core i5-3335S |

|---|---|---|

| Threads | 8 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 1200 MHz | 2700 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| TDP | 9 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1440 | Intel Socket 1155 |

| Architecture | Comet Lake | Ivy Bridge |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 22 nm |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 1,480 million |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 160 mm² |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bus | Not recorded | Dual-channel |

| PCIe | Not recorded | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics | Intel HD 4000 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2019-08-20 | 2012-10-31 |

| Production Status | Active | Not recorded |