AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D occupy different positions in AMD’s product stack, with the former targeting mobile platforms and the latter aimed at embedded desktop systems. The recorded data shows a substantial gap in core counts, clock speeds, cache hierarchies, and platform support, which translates into distinct benchmark profiles. Because the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, the comparison relies on architectural specifications and the Ryzen 5 150’s measured performance relative to its nearest rivals.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors. The Ryzen 5 150 has a full set of PassMark scores, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of zero, and no nearest rivals listed. As a result, a side-by-side comparison of measured performance cannot be constructed from the available data.

What the data does show is the Ryzen 5 150’s standing in the broader CPU landscape. Its average benchmark score is 34,881, which places it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs in the database. That percentile figure indicates that the Ryzen 5 150 outperforms roughly 84 percent of all recorded processors in aggregate workload performance, a strong result for a 6-core, 12-thread part.

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 150 further contextualize its performance. The Intel Xeon 6349P posts an average score of 34,890, a 0 percent delta relative to the Ryzen 5 150. The Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 34,962, which is 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core i7-13800H delivers 34,988, 0.3 percent higher. The Intel Core i9-12900HX scores 35,003, also 0.3 percent higher. These deltas are remarkably small, indicating that the Ryzen 5 150 sits within a tightly clustered performance band among these four rivals, trailing the fastest of them by less than a third of a percent.

In individual PassMark tests, the Ryzen 5 150 shows specific strengths. Its multithread score is 17,492, while its single-thread score is 3,155. Integer math performance reaches 62,151, floating point math hits 35,118, and extended instructions produce 14,675. Data encryption scores 13,425, data compression reaches 211,289, and random string sorting posts 22,382. Physics simulation yields 806, and finding prime numbers scores 47. These numbers give a detailed view of the Ryzen 5 150’s capabilities, but without corresponding scores for the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D, no direct win or loss can be assigned.

The wins field in the database shows zero wins for both processors, confirming that no head-to-head benchmark comparison exists. Therefore, the analysis must rely on architectural differences and specification comparisons to draw conclusions about relative performance potential.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their underlying designs. The Ryzen 5 150 uses the Zen 3+ architecture, with the codename Rembrandt-R, and is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses the Zen 5 architecture, with the codename Granite Ridge, and is manufactured on a 4 nm process, also at TSMC. The 4 nm node is denser and more advanced than 6 nm, which typically allows for higher clock speeds and better power efficiency, though the embedded part’s higher TDP complicates that picture.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the core count and double the thread count. This alone suggests a large multithreaded performance advantage for the embedded processor, assuming similar per-core efficiency. The Zen 5 architecture also carries a generational instruction-per-clock improvement over Zen 3+, so the embedded part benefits from both more cores and a newer microarchitecture.

Cache configurations are markedly different. The Ryzen 5 150 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The L3 difference is particularly pronounced: 128 MB versus 16 MB, an eightfold increase. This larger cache can reduce memory latency in workloads with large working sets, which is a common advantage for processors with 3D V-Cache technology, although the database does not explicitly label a vCache3d field for either part.

The die size and transistor counts also reflect the architectural gap. The Ryzen 5 150 has a die size of 210 mm², while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses two dies, each 70.6 mm², for a combined die area of roughly 141.2 mm². The embedded part lists 16,630 million transistors, while the Ryzen 5 150 has no transistor count recorded. The smaller total die area with a much higher transistor count indicates a far denser design on the 4 nm node.

Clock speeds favor the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. Its base clock is 4.40 GHz and boost clock is 5.50 GHz, compared to 3.30 GHz base and 4.55 GHz boost for the Ryzen 5 150. The embedded part runs at higher frequencies across the board, which, combined with more cores and a newer architecture, points to a significant performance lead in both single-threaded and multithreaded workloads.

The process node difference also matters for power characteristics. The Ryzen 5 150 has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a TDP of 120 watts. The embedded part consumes more power by design, but it also delivers substantially more compute resources. The 4 nm process helps offset some of that power increase, though the raw TDP gap is large.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The embedded processor doubles both counts.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare between the two processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 150 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The L3 cache is eight times larger on the embedded part.

Q: What are the base and boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 150 has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: Do these processors use the same socket?

A: No. The Ryzen 5 150 uses AMD Socket FP7, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses AMD Socket AM5.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 5 150 does not.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 150 is built on a 6 nm process, and the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is built on a 4 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 5 150 includes Radeon 660M graphics, and the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D includes Radeon Graphics.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category. The Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The base clock is 3.30 GHz for the Ryzen 5 150 and 4.40 GHz for the embedded part. The boost clock is 4.55 GHz versus 5.50 GHz. TDP is 35 watts for the Ryzen 5 150 and 120 watts for the embedded part.

The socket differs: AMD Socket FP7 for the Ryzen 5 150, AMD Socket AM5 for the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. The architecture is Zen 3+ for the Ryzen 5 150, with the Rembrandt-R codename, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses Zen 5, with the Granite Ridge codename. The process node is 6 nm for the Ryzen 5 150 and 4 nm for the embedded part.

The cache hierarchy differs across all levels. L1 cache is 64 KB per core for the Ryzen 5 150 and 80 KB per core for the embedded part. L2 cache is 512 KB per core versus 1 MB per core. L3 cache is 16 MB shared versus 128 MB. The die size is 210 mm² for the Ryzen 5 150, while the embedded part uses two dies of 70.6 mm² each. The transistor count is not recorded for the Ryzen 5 150, but the embedded part lists 16,630 million transistors.

Memory bandwidth differs as well: 76.8 GB/s for the Ryzen 5 150 and 89.6 GB/s for the embedded part. Both support DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. ECC memory support is absent on the Ryzen 5 150 and present on the embedded part. PCIe capabilities differ: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the Ryzen 5 150, Gen 5 with 24 lanes for the embedded part. Integrated graphics are Radeon 660M for the Ryzen 5 150 and Radeon Graphics for the embedded part.

The market segment is Mobile for the Ryzen 5 150 and Desktop for the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. The multiplier is locked on the Ryzen 5 150 and unlocked on the embedded part. The release dates are close: 2025-09-30 for the Ryzen 5 150 and 2025-10-06 for the embedded part. The part numbers are 100-000000990(FP7r2) and 100-000001368E, respectively. The Ryzen 5 150 belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation with Zen 3+ (Rembrandt), while the embedded part belongs to the 9000 series with Zen 5 (Granite Ridge). The Ryzen 5 150 has no series listed, while the embedded part is explicitly in the 9000 series. The generation field for the Ryzen 5 150 is listed as "Ryzen 5\n(Zen 3+ (Rembrandt))", and for the embedded part as "Ryzen Embedded\n(Zen 5 (Granite Ridge))".

The benchmark data also differs: the Ryzen 5 150 has an average benchmark score of 34,881 and a percentile of 84, while the embedded part has an average score of zero and a percentile of 50. The nearest rivals list is populated for the Ryzen 5 150 and empty for the embedded part.

The Verdict

The data does not support a direct performance comparison because the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores. However, the specification sheet provides a clear qualitative picture. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D doubles the core and thread counts, runs at higher base and boost clocks, uses a newer 4 nm process, contains eight times the L3 cache, supports ECC memory, offers PCIe Gen 5 with more lanes, and has a higher memory bandwidth. These factors collectively indicate that the embedded processor is designed for substantially heavier multi-threaded workloads, server-like tasks, and applications requiring large cache capacities.

The Ryzen 5 150, by contrast, is a mobile processor with a 35-watt TDP, 6 cores, and a smaller cache. Its 84th percentile ranking and average score of 34,881 show that it performs competitively against higher-end mobile and workstation chips like the Intel Core i9-12900HX, trailing by only 0.3 percent. Its strength lies in efficiency and moderate multitasking within a compact thermal envelope.

For users who need maximum parallel processing, the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is the choice based on core count, clock speed, cache size, and memory bandwidth. For users who need a portable, low-power processor with solid single-threaded and multi-threaded performance in the 84th percentile, the Ryzen 5 150 is the appropriate pick. The absence of benchmark data for the embedded part means that real-world performance confirmation is pending, but the architectural advantages are unambiguous.