AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for both processors?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen 5 220 and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 feature 6 cores and 12 threads. They are matched on parallel execution resources at the thread level.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Ryzen 5 220 holds a 0.40 GHz advantage.

Q: Which chip shows a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 records an average benchmark score of 37804, compared to 22289 for the AMD Ryzen 5 220. The P132 sits much higher in the database percentile ranking.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-thread performance?

A: In the PassMark single-thread test, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 3713, which is 1.8% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 220's 3646. The advantage is narrow but consistent.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not. This is a notable feature difference for embedded and reliability-focused workloads.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a shared L3 cache of 16 MB, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has a smaller 4 MB L3 cache. The Ryzen 5 220 offers four times the L3 capacity.

The Verdict

The database places the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, far above the AMD Ryzen 5 220's 75th percentile. The average benchmark scores confirm this gap: 37804 versus 22289, a substantial margin. The P132 wins 8 of 11 head-to-head tests, including the heavier compute workloads such as floating point math, integer math, multithread, and extended instructions.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 is the choice for single-core latency-sensitive tasks and workloads involving AES encryption or prime number searches. It wins the passmark_data_encryption test by 9.2%, the passmark_find_prime_numbers test by 14%, and the passmark_random_string_sorting test by 1%. It also carries a larger 16 MB L3 cache, which can benefit workloads with repeated data access patterns.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is the better overall performer for general multi-threaded throughput, floating-point-heavy applications, and embedded deployments requiring ECC memory. Its 86th percentile ranking places it among much higher-tier desktop and mobile processors, while the Ryzen 5 220 sits closer to mid-range rivals like the Intel Core i7-10700K.

For users prioritizing maximum raw compute across varied workloads, the P132 is the stronger part. For users needing faster encryption throughput, higher boost clocks, and a larger cache pool, the Ryzen 5 220 has specific advantages.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most decisive win for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 comes in passmark_floating_point_math, where it scores 42248 against 35500, a 16% advantage. This is the largest delta in either direction and shows a clear edge in floating-point-heavy calculations, often found in scientific, simulation, and media-processing tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 posts its largest win in passmark_find_prime_numbers, scoring 65 against the P132's 57, a 14% margin. This test stresses integer arithmetic and branch prediction, areas where the Ryzen 5 220's higher boost clock and larger L3 cache likely contribute.

In passmark_data_encryption, the Ryzen 5 220 scores 12493 versus 11444, a 9.2% win. This indicates faster AES and cryptographic throughput, a relevant metric for VPNs, secure file storage, and database encryption.

The P132 counters in passmark_data_compression with 230437 versus 212739, a 7.7% improvement. This test exercises memory bandwidth and compression algorithm efficiency, where the P132's newer architecture shows an edge.

Passmark_extended_instructions favors the P132: 16520 versus 15512, a 6.1% lead. This covers SIMD and vector instruction execution, suggesting the P132 handles AVX-class workloads better.

Passmark_integer_math goes to the P132 with 62249 versus 57987, a 6.8% advantage. This is a broad measure of general integer processing, and the P132 leads by a meaningful amount.

Passmark_multithread scores 19262 for the P132 and 18582 for the Ryzen 5 220, a 3.5% lead. Passmark_physics shows 1022 versus 983, a 3.8% lead for the P132.

Passmark_random_string_sorting slightly favors the Ryzen 5 220: 25433 versus 25181, a 1% margin. Passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread both show the P132 ahead at 3713 versus 3646, a 1.8% difference.

The overall pattern is clear: the P132 wins nearly every throughput-focused test, while the Ryzen 5 220 wins narrowly in sorting and more decisively in encryption and prime number calculations.

Specification Differences

Both processors use the AMD Socket FP8, have a 28 W TDP, and feature 6 cores and 12 threads. They share a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU.

The base clock differs significantly: the Ryzen 5 220 runs at 3.20 GHz, while the P132 runs at 2.00 GHz. The boost clock also differs: 4.90 GHz for the Ryzen 5 220 versus 4.50 GHz for the P132.

Memory support differs: the Ryzen 5 220 supports DDR5 only, while the P132 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. ECC memory is supported only on the P132, a clear differentiator for embedded reliability.

The integrated graphics differ: the Ryzen 5 220 uses a Radeon 740M, while the P132 uses a Radeon 840M. The part number for the Ryzen 5 220 is listed as 100-000001611, while the P132's part number is unknown.

The release dates differ: the Ryzen 5 220 launched on January 5, 2025, while the P132 launched on March 8, 2026.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 220 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm TSMC process. Its transistor count is listed at 20,900 million with a die size of 137 mm².

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c configuration under the Gorgon Point codename, also built on a 4 nm TSMC process. The database does not record a transistor count or die size for this part.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The Ryzen 5 220 has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The P132 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, but only 4 MB of L3. The larger L3 on the Ryzen 5 220 suggests better performance for workloads with large working sets, while the P132 relies on the newer Zen 5 core design and higher per-core L1 capacity.

The P132's generation label explicitly includes Zen 5 and Zen 5c, indicating a mixed-core design where some cores prioritize performance and others prioritize density. The Ryzen 5 220 is a homogeneous Zen 4 design.

The P132's ECC support and LPDDR5X compatibility align with embedded usage, while the Ryzen 5 220 targets mainstream mobile systems.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 wins in three head-to-head tests: data encryption, prime number finding, and random string sorting. These are predominantly single-threaded or latency-sensitive tasks. The 9.2% encryption advantage and 14% prime number advantage make it the preferred part for cryptographic workloads, secure communication stacks, and integer-heavy search algorithms. Its higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz and 16 MB L3 cache likely drive these wins.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 wins in eight tests, including all major throughput benchmarks. Its 16% lead in floating point math makes it the stronger choice for numerical simulation, 3D rendering, scientific computing, and any workload that relies heavily on FP32 or FP64 arithmetic. The 6.8% integer math lead and 6.1% extended instructions lead indicate broader general-purpose compute superiority.

The P132 also wins in data compression by 7.7%, multithread by 3.5%, physics by 3.8%, and single-thread by 1.8%. It holds a consistent edge across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, even while running at lower base and boost clocks. This suggests the Zen 5 architecture delivers higher instructions per clock than Zen 4.

For embedded systems requiring ECC memory, the P132 is the only option between the two. For low-power mobile devices where peak single-core speed and large cache are paramount, the Ryzen 5 220 has specific strengths. The database's percentile ranking places the P132 at 86 versus 75, confirming its overall superiority in the broader CPU landscape.