AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data delivers a decisive verdict: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins every single recorded test, taking all 11 head-to-head comparisons. The Ryzen 3 30 records zero wins. The margin is not uniform, and the gap reveals where the P185's architecture provides its greatest advantages.

The most lopsided result comes in prime number calculations. The P185 scores 129, while the Ryzen 3 30 manages only 20, a delta of -84.5%. This test heavily rewards integer throughput and core count, both of which favor the embedded part. Extended instructions show a similar pattern: the P185 posts 26,544 against 6,075, a -77.1% gap, indicating a substantial advantage in workloads using advanced x86 instruction sets.

Floating-point math is another dominant win for the P185. Its 70,587 score dwarfs the Ryzen 3 30's 14,448, representing a -79.5% difference. Integer math follows closely, with 117,832 versus 29,846, a -74.7% margin. Physics simulation, which often combines integer and floating-point loads, shows the P185 at 1,772 versus 436, a -75.4% gap.

Multithreaded performance tells the expected story. The P185's 31,817 score is -71.6% ahead of the Ryzen 3 30's 9,027. This test reflects both core count and memory bandwidth, and the P185 leads in both. Data compression shows 374,429 versus 135,834, a -63.7% margin, while random string sorting lands at 40,557 versus 14,431, a -64.4% gap. Data encryption, at 19,612 versus 6,461, shows a -67.1% difference.

The closest contest is single-thread performance. The P185 scores 3,977, while the Ryzen 3 30 reaches 2,465, a -38% delta. This is still a commanding lead, but it is roughly half the margin seen in heavily parallel workloads. The single-thread result demonstrates that the P185's architectural advantages are not solely about core count; its higher boost clock and newer microarchitecture contribute meaningfully.

In the broader database, the Ryzen 3 30 sits at the 74th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20,137. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U at 20,249 (-0.6%), the AMD EPYC 7713P at 20,024 (+0.6%), the Intel Core i7-9700K at 20,271 (-0.7%), and the Intel Core i7-11800H at 19,998 (+0.7%). The Ryzen 3 30 is effectively in a tight cluster with these parts, within a 1.4% band.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185, by contrast, posts an average benchmark score of 62,839 and sits at the 93rd percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX at 62,738 (+0.2%), the Intel Core i7-13790F at 63,080 (-0.4%), the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX at 63,173 (-0.5%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 at 62,498 (+0.5%). The P185 is also clustered tightly, but at a far higher performance tier, roughly three times the average score of the Ryzen 3 30.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design generations and use different manufacturing nodes. The Ryzen 3 30 is built on the Zen 2 architecture with the Mendocino codename, fabricated on a 6 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 100 mm². The Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses the Gorgon Point codename with a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid core layout, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm².

Core configuration differs sharply. The Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads, tripling the core count and thread count. This alone explains much of the multithreaded benchmark gap. The P185 also carries a larger cache hierarchy: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen 3 30 uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and only 4 MB of shared L3.

Clock speeds favor the P185 as well. The Ryzen 3 30 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The P185 has a lower base clock of 2.00 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The higher boost ceiling directly contributes to the P185's single-thread advantage.

Memory support also differs. The Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s. The P185 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a slightly higher bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The P185 also supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 3 30 does not.

PCIe connectivity shows a major gap. The Ryzen 3 30 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The P185 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This quadruples the lane count and doubles the generation, affecting peripheral bandwidth and expansion capability.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Ryzen 3 30 pairs with a Radeon 610M, while the P185 includes a Radeon 890M. The newer and higher-tier graphics solution on the P185 aligns with its more advanced platform.

Socket compatibility is not shared. The Ryzen 3 30 uses AMD Socket FT6, while the P185 uses AMD Socket FP8. These are different physical packages, so they cannot be swapped between systems. The P185 has a TDP of 28 watts, nearly double the Ryzen 3 30's 15 watts. The Ryzen 3 30 was released on September 30, 2025, while the P185 has a release date of February 28, 2026. Both are listed as active in production.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 3 30 has no benchmark wins in this dataset. Its role is defined by what it offers relative to its own weight class, not by beating the P185. In the database, its average score of 20,137 places it in the 74th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of all recorded CPUs. It sits within a 1% band of four different rivals, including the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U and the Intel Core i7-9700K. This suggests it is a balanced performer for its segment, competitive with mid-range desktop and mobile parts from several generations.

The Ryzen AI Embedded P185, on the other hand, wins every head-to-head test. Its average score of 62,839 places it in the 93rd percentile, outperforming nearly all recorded CPUs. Its closest rivals, such as the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX, are within a half-percent, indicating the P185 is at the top of its performance tier.

In terms of workload suitability, the P185 is strongest where thread parallelism and large caches matter. Data compression, integer math, and multithreaded workloads show its largest margins. The single-thread results, while still a clear win, show the smallest gap, meaning the Ryzen 3 30 is relatively less disadvantaged in lightly threaded tasks. The Ryzen 3 30 also offers lower TDP, which is relevant for power-constrained designs, and it supports LPDDR5 memory with adequate bandwidth for its core count.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is the superior processor by every metric recorded in this comparison. It wins all 11 head-to-head benchmarks, with margins ranging from -38% in single-thread performance to -84.5% in prime number calculations. Its average benchmark score is roughly three times that of the Ryzen 3 30, and its 93rd percentile ranking versus 74th percentile confirms the gap.

The Ryzen 3 30 is not a weak processor in absolute terms; its average score of 20,137 is competitive with several Intel Core i7 and Core Ultra parts. But against the P185, it is outclassed in core count, cache size, clock speed, memory bandwidth, PCIe capability, and integrated graphics. The P185's 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a 5.10 GHz boost clock and 16 MB of L3, deliver a decisive advantage across all tested workloads.

The choice depends entirely on the target platform. The Ryzen 3 30, with its 15 W TDP and FT6 socket, suits designs where power efficiency and compact size take priority over raw performance. The P185, with its 28 W TDP and FP8 socket, suits systems where compute density and expansion capability are paramount. Neither processor is unlocked for overclocking, and neither carries a launch MSRP in the database.

For any workload where performance matters, the P185 is the only rational selection based on these measurements. The Ryzen 3 30 should be considered only when its lower power envelope and smaller die size are the deciding factors.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has an average benchmark score of 62,839, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 20,137.

Q: How much faster is the P185 in multithreaded performance?

A: The P185 scores 31,817 in the PassMark multithread test, versus 9,027 for the Ryzen 3 30, a delta of -71.6%.

Q: What is the closest benchmark between the two?

A: Single-thread performance is the closest. The P185 scores 3,977, and the Ryzen 3 30 scores 2,465, a -38% difference.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each?

A: The Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 boosts to 5.10 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 boosts to 4.10 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 30 | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 12 |

| Threads | 8 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 28 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FT6 | AMD Socket FP8 |

| Codename | Mendocino | Gorgon Point |

| Architecture | Zen 2 | Zen 5 / Zen 5c |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |

| Die Size | 100 mm² | 233 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 16 MB |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 88.0 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 610M | Radeon 890M |

| Release Date | September 30, 2025 | February 28, 2026 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 20,137 | 62,839 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 74th | 93rd |