AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i Comparison

AMD Ryzen 3 210 and AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i are both 28 W mobile processors from AMD, but they target different workloads. The Ryzen 3 210 is a standard mobile part built on Zen 4, while the P164i is an embedded variant using a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c configuration. The database contains complete benchmark results for the Ryzen 3 210, while the P164i has no recorded scores, making this comparison heavily reliant on architectural specifications and the measured performance of the Ryzen 3 210 against its nearest rivals.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins in every measurable benchmark category because it is the only processor in this comparison with recorded performance data. Its benchmark suite covers Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 for both multi-core and single-core workloads, plus a full PassMark suite including integer math, floating point math, data compression, encryption, and physics. The Ryzen 3 210 delivers a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 11198 and a single-core score of 1581, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 13585 and a single-thread score of 3724. These results place it at the 71st percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating strong mainstream mobile performance.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i, by contrast, has zero benchmark entries in the database. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed. This does not indicate poor performance; it simply means the database has not yet captured any test results for this part. The P164i wins in architectural potential: it has 8 cores and 16 threads versus 4 cores and 8 threads on the Ryzen 3 210, and it boosts to 5.00 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. The P164i also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the Ryzen 3 210, which is critical for embedded and reliability-focused applications. For workloads that depend on raw core count and memory integrity, the P164i is the better choice on paper, but without benchmark data, its real-world wins remain unverified.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 3 210 uses a Zen 4 architecture on the Hawk Point codename, fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm process. It features 4 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The processor integrates a Radeon 740M graphics unit and supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. It uses AMD Socket FP7 and provides PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The transistor count is 20,900 million on a die size of 137 mm². ECC memory is not supported, and the part number is 100-000001612.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i uses a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture on the Gorgon Point codename, also fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm process. It doubles the core count to 8 cores and 16 threads, with a lower base clock of 2.00 GHz but a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its cache configuration differs: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 (the database does not specify whether this L3 is shared). The integrated graphics are upgraded to Radeon 880M. Memory support expands to both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, still dual-channel with the same 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. It uses AMD Socket FP8 and provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), two more lanes than the Ryzen 3 210. The die size is larger at 233 mm², though the transistor count is not recorded. ECC memory is supported, making it suitable for error-sensitive embedded workloads. The production status is Active for both, with the Ryzen 3 210 released in January 2025 and the P164i dated March 2026.

The architectural split is clear: the Ryzen 3 210 prioritizes higher base clocks and a proven Zen 4 design, while the P164i leverages a newer Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid with more cores, a higher boost ceiling, and ECC support. The P164i's larger die size (233 mm² versus 137 mm²) reflects the additional cores and integrated Radeon 880M graphics, though the lack of transistor data prevents a direct density comparison.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

There are no head-to-head benchmark entries in the database for these two processors. The headToHeadBenchmarks field is empty, and the wins counters for both items are 0. This means the database cannot provide direct comparative scores. However, the Ryzen 3 210's absolute benchmark results offer a baseline for what a 4-core, 8-thread Zen 4 mobile chip achieves, and these can be contextualized against its nearest rivals.

The Ryzen 3 210's average benchmark score is 17321, placing it at the 71st percentile. Its nearest rivals are all within a narrow band: the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 scores 17333 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 17278 (0.2% lower), the Intel Core 7 150U scores 17395 (0.4% higher), and the Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17239 (0.5% lower). This indicates the Ryzen 3 210 sits in a tightly contested performance tier where no rival holds a decisive edge. The Ryzen 3 210's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11198 and single-core score of 1581 are the strongest indicators: the single-core result suggests competitive IPC, while the multi-core result reflects the limits of a 4-core design.

For the P164i, the absence of benchmarks means no head-to-head numbers exist. The database records its percentile as 50, which is the default for unmeasured parts, and its average score as 0. Any direct comparison would require extrapolating from the Ryzen 3 210's results and the P164i's architectural advantages, but the rules of this analysis forbid such speculation. The only honest statement is that the Ryzen 3 210 has measurable performance, and the P164i does not yet have any.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Ryzen 3 210 boosts to 4.70 GHz, while the P164i boosts higher to 5.00 GHz. The base clocks differ as well: 3.00 GHz for the Ryzen 3 210 versus 2.00 GHz for the P164i.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i supports ECC memory, but the AMD Ryzen 3 210 does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has an average benchmark score of 17321, placing it at the 71st percentile. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has an average score of 0 with no benchmark results recorded.

Q: How does the Ryzen 3 210 compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12450H?

A: The Ryzen 3 210 scores 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i5-12450H in average benchmark score (17321 versus 17239), making the two effectively equivalent in overall performance.

Q: What are the integrated graphics on each processor?

A: The Ryzen 3 210 uses a Radeon 740M, while the P164i uses a Radeon 880M.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear split between measured performance and theoretical capability. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 is a fully benchmarked processor with a 71st percentile standing, an average score of 17321, and competitive results against its nearest rivals. It delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11198 and a single-core score of 1581, with PassMark multi-thread and single-thread scores of 13585 and 3724 respectively. For users who need a proven, mobile 4-core part with strong single-thread performance and a compact 137 mm² die, the Ryzen 3 210 is the only option with verified numbers.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i offers no benchmark data, so it cannot be recommended on measured performance. Its architectural specifications suggest it targets a different role: 8 cores, 16 threads, a 5.00 GHz boost, ECC memory support, and a Radeon 880M graphics unit. The larger die size of 233 mm² and the newer Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid design indicate a focus on embedded workloads where core count, memory reliability, and higher boost clocks matter more than raw benchmark scores. The P164i also provides two additional PCIe Gen 4 lanes (16 versus 14) and supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

The Ryzen 3 210 wins every measurable category because it is the only part with results. The P164i wins on paper in core count, boost clock, ECC support, and graphics tier. For a database-driven decision, the Ryzen 3 210 is the verified performer, while the P164i remains an unverified architectural promise. Users requiring ECC memory or more cores should consider the P164i, but only after benchmark data becomes available. Users needing immediate, confirmed performance in a 28 W mobile envelope should select the Ryzen 3 210.