AMD EPYC 7262 vs AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a consistent, narrow advantage for the AMD EPYC 7262 across every single Cinebench test in the head-to-head comparison. Out of six benchmark runs, the EPYC 7262 wins all six, with no test going to the Ryzen Embedded V3C48. The margins are remarkably uniform, hovering around 2.8% to 2.9% in every workload.

Starting with the older Cinebench R15 suite, the EPYC 7262 scores 1780 in multi-core against the V3C48's 1730, a 2.9% lead. In single-core R15, the EPYC 7262 posts 251 versus 244, again a 2.9% edge. The pattern holds in R20: multi-core shows 7418 for the EPYC 7262 and 7212 for the V3C48, a 2.9% delta, while single-core shows 1047 versus 1018, a 2.8% gap. The most current test, Cinebench R23, repeats the story: the EPYC 7262 manages 17662 in multi-core compared to 17172, a 2.9% difference, and 2493 in single-core versus 2424, a 2.8% difference.

What is notable here is the consistency of the margin. Many CPU comparisons flip depending on the workload, especially when one part has a higher boost clock. The V3C48 actually has a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 3.20 GHz) and a substantially higher boost clock (3.80 GHz versus 3.40 GHz), yet it still loses every test by nearly the same percentage. That suggests the EPYC 7262's advantage is structural rather than clock-driven, likely tied to its larger L3 cache and memory subsystem rather than raw frequency.

Looking at the broader database context, the EPYC 7262 sits at the 60th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5109. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-7900X at 5120 (a 0.2% gap), the Intel Core i7-11850HE at 5095 (0.3% ahead of the EPYC), the Intel Xeon W-2155 at 5072 (0.7% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE at 5070 (0.8% behind). The V3C48, by comparison, lands at the 59th percentile with an average score of 4967. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-1375PRE at 4985 (0.4% ahead of the V3C48), the Intel Core i5-12600HE at 4980 (0.3% ahead), the Intel Xeon W-2150B at 4992 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G at 4949 (0.4% behind). The two CPUs sit in adjacent percentile bands, but the EPYC 7262's average score of 5109 versus the V3C48's 4967 represents a real, measurable gap of roughly 2.9%, matching the head-to-head deltas exactly.

The practical takeaway from these numbers is that the EPYC 7262 is the faster part in every Cinebench workload, but the margin is modest. A 2.9% lead in multi-core rendering is not transformative; it is the kind of edge that shows up in a benchmark score but may be hard to perceive in real-world interactive use. However, the fact that the EPYC 7262 achieves this while having a lower boost clock than the V3C48 is a meaningful data point for anyone comparing platform efficiency versus raw performance.

The Verdict

Strictly from the recorded data, the AMD EPYC 7262 is the better performer in every measured benchmark. It wins all six head-to-head tests by a consistent 2.8% to 2.9% margin, and it holds a higher average benchmark score (5109 versus 4967) and a higher percentile ranking (60th versus 59th). If the decision rests solely on Cinebench performance, the EPYC 7262 is the clear choice.

That said, the data also shows the V3C48 is not far behind. A 2.9% deficit in multi-core and a 2.8% deficit in single-core means the two chips are effectively in the same performance class for rendering workloads. The V3C48 also brings a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 3.20 GHz) and a higher boost clock (3.80 GHz versus 3.40 GHz), which the database does not translate into any benchmark win, but it does indicate the silicon is capable of running at higher frequencies when the workload allows.

The bigger story is platform-level. The EPYC 7262 is a server/workstation part on AMD Socket SP3 with eight-channel DDR4 memory and a massive 128 MB L3 cache. The V3C48 is a desktop-class embedded part on AMD Socket FP7 with dual-channel DDR5 and 16 MB of shared L3. The EPYC 7262's 155 W TDP versus the V3C48's 45 W TDP is a dramatic difference, and the V3C48's much lower power envelope at nearly the same performance level is arguably the most important finding in this comparison. For a system builder prioritizing raw rendering speed, the EPYC 7262 wins. For anyone prioritizing power efficiency or a smaller platform footprint, the V3C48's data makes a compelling case despite losing every benchmark.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations of AMD's Zen family. The EPYC 7262 is built on Zen 2, codenamed Rome, and belongs to the EPYC 7002 series. It is manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with a transistor count of 15,200 million and a die size listed as 4x 74 mm². The V3C48 uses Zen 3+, codenamed Rembrandt, in the Ryzen Embedded lineup. It is built on a newer 6 nm process at TSMC, though the database does not list its transistor count or die size.

Both parts have 8 cores and 16 threads, so the core configuration is identical. The cache hierarchy, however, diverges significantly. The EPYC 7262 has 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, which matches the V3C48's per-core L1 and L2. The difference comes at L3: the EPYC 7262 has 32 MB per die with a total L3 of 128 MB across the chip, while the V3C48 has only 16 MB of shared L3. That is an eightfold difference in total L3 capacity, and it is likely a major reason the EPYC 7262 maintains its benchmark lead despite lower clock speeds.

Memory support also differs. The EPYC 7262 uses DDR4 with an eight-channel memory bus and a peak bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. The V3C48 uses DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and a peak bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory, which is useful for reliability-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7262 offers PCIe Gen 4 with 128 lanes (CPU only), while the V3C48 offers PCIe Gen 4 with just 20 lanes (CPU only). That is a massive expansion difference; the EPYC 7262 can drive far more peripherals, storage devices, or GPUs directly from the CPU.

The socket and platform are entirely different. The EPYC 7262 uses AMD Socket SP3, a server socket designed for multi-socket and high-core-count systems. The V3C48 uses AMD Socket FP7, a smaller embedded/desktop socket. The EPYC 7262 has a TDP of 155 W, while the V3C48 has a TDP of 45 W, a difference of 110 W. Neither chip has integrated graphics, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The EPYC 7262 was released in 2019 with a launch MSRP of $575; the V3C48 was released in 2022. The EPYC 7262's part number is 100-000000041, and the V3C48's is 100-000000817.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: Both have the identical core count: 8 cores and 16 threads. Neither has an advantage in this area.

Q: Which CPU is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD EPYC 7262 scores 17662 versus the Ryzen Embedded V3C48's 17172, a 2.9% lead for the EPYC 7262.

Q: Does the Ryzen Embedded V3C48 have a higher clock speed?

A: Yes. The V3C48 has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 3.80 GHz, compared to the EPYC 7262's 3.20 GHz base and 3.40 GHz boost. Despite this, the EPYC 7262 wins every benchmark in the head-to-head data.

Q: Which processor supports more memory bandwidth?

A: The EPYC 7262 supports eight-channel DDR4 with 204.8 GB/s of bandwidth, while the V3C48 supports dual-channel DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s. The EPYC 7262 has a substantial bandwidth advantage.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache size?

A: The EPYC 7262 has 32 MB per die and 128 MB total L3, while the V3C48 has 16 MB of shared L3. The EPYC 7262 has significantly more total L3 cache.

Q: Which CPU has a lower TDP?

A: The Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has a TDP of 45 W, compared to the EPYC 7262's 155 W. The V3C48 is the much more power-efficient part.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD EPYC 7262 wins in every measured benchmark category. It takes the multi-core tests in Cinebench R15 (1780 versus 1730), R20 (7418 versus 7212), and R23 (17662 versus 17172), each by a 2.9% margin. It also wins every single-core test: R15 at 251 versus 244 (2.9%), R20 at 1047 versus 1018 (2.8%), and R23 at 2493 versus 2424 (2.8%). In the database's broader average benchmark score, the EPYC 7262 leads 5109 to 4967.

Beyond raw CPU benchmarks, the EPYC 7262 is the clear winner for platform expansion. Its 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only) versus the V3C48's 20 lanes is a decisive difference for anyone planning to attach many NVMe drives, multiple GPUs, or high-speed networking cards. Its eight-channel memory bus with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth is in a different class from the V3C48's dual-channel 76.8 GB/s. The 128 MB total L3 cache versus 16 MB is also a major advantage for workloads that fit large working sets in cache.

The Ryzen Embedded V3C48 does not win any benchmark, but it wins in areas the data tables do not directly score. Its 45 W TDP is dramatically lower than the EPYC 7262's 155 W, making it the obvious choice for power-constrained or thermally constrained systems. Its newer 6 nm process node and DDR5 memory support (with the same ECC capability) mean it is a more modern platform despite the older-style performance profile. Its higher boost clock of 3.80 GHz, while not translating to benchmark wins, suggests headroom for bursty workloads that are not captured by sustained Cinebench runs. For a compact embedded system where power consumption and platform size matter more than a 2.9% rendering score, the V3C48 is the data-supported pick.

Specification Differences

The two CPUs differ in nearly every platform-level specification. The EPYC 7262 belongs to the EPYC 7002 series with a server/workstation market segment, while the V3C48 is in the Ryzen Embedded lineup with a desktop market segment. The EPYC 7262 uses AMD Socket SP3; the V3C48 uses AMD Socket FP7. The EPYC 7262 is built on Zen 2 (Rome) at 7 nm, while the V3C48 is built on Zen 3+ (Rembrandt) at 6 nm, both from TSMC. The EPYC 7262 lists 15,200 million transistors and a die size of 4x 74 mm², while the V3C48 has no listed transistor count or die size.

Core and thread counts are identical at 8 cores and 16 threads. L1 and L2 caches match at 64 KB per core and 512 KB per core respectively. L3 differs: the EPYC 7262 has 32 MB per die with 128 MB total, while the V3C48 has 16 MB shared. Memory support differs by generation and width: DDR4 eight-channel at 204.8 GB/s for the EPYC 7262, DDR5 dual-channel at 76.8 GB/s for the V3C48. Both support ECC. PCIe lanes differ drastically: Gen 4 with 128 lanes (CPU only) for the EPYC 7262, Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) for the V3C48. Neither has integrated graphics. The EPYC 7262 has a TDP of 155 W and a base clock of 3.20 GHz with a 3.40 GHz boost; the V3C48 has a TDP of 45 W and a base clock of 3.30 GHz with a 3.80 GHz boost. Neither multiplier is unlocked. The EPYC 7262 was released in 2019 with a launch MSRP of $575; the V3C48 was released in 2022 with no listed launch MSRP. Part numbers are 100-000000041 for the EPYC 7262 and 100-000000817 for the V3C48.