AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X reaches a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 220 tops out at 4.90 GHz. The embedded part also starts from a higher base clock of 3.90 GHz versus 3.20 GHz.

Q: Do both processors use the same amount of cache?

A: No. The Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen 5 220 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Both have 1 MB of L2 cache per core.

Q: How do the transistor counts compare between these two chips?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while the Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 8,315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. Both are built on a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Q: What are the power requirements for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 has a TDP of 28 watts, whereas the Ryzen Embedded 9600X has a TDP of 65 watts. This reflects the mobile segment of the 220 versus the desktop embedded segment of the 9600X.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X supports ECC memory. The Ryzen 5 220 does not list ECC as a supported feature.

Q: What PCIe generations do these processors use?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen Embedded 9600X uses PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only).

Architecture Differences

The two processors belong to different architectural generations and target distinct market segments, which explains the major structural differences in the recorded data.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point. It is classified under the Ryzen 5 generation and is designed for the mobile segment. The chip uses AMD Socket FP8 and has a production status of Active. Its integrated graphics are listed as Radeon 740M. The processor is not multiplier unlocked, meaning the clock multiplier remains fixed.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X, in contrast, belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Granite Ridge. It is a desktop-class embedded processor using AMD Socket AM5. This chip has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking adjustments. Its integrated graphics are simply listed as Radeon Graphics without a specific model number.

The cache hierarchy differs substantially. The Ryzen 5 220 provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen Embedded 9600X increases L1 to 80 KB per core and doubles the shared L3 to 32 MB. Both chips share the same 1 MB per-core L2 cache configuration.

Process technology is identical at 4 nm from TSMC, but the physical characteristics diverge. The Ryzen 5 220 has a die size of 137 mm² with 20,900 million transistors. The Ryzen Embedded 9600X has a much smaller die at 70.6 mm² and a lower transistor count of 8,315 million. Despite the smaller die, the embedded part operates at a higher TDP of 65 watts versus 28 watts for the mobile chip.

Memory support shows both processors using DDR5 with dual-channel buses and identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. However, the Ryzen Embedded 9600X adds ECC memory support, which the Ryzen 5 220 lacks. PCIe capabilities also differ, with the 9600X offering Gen 5 across 24 lanes while the 220 provides Gen 4 across 14 lanes.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data for these two processors is empty. The database contains no direct comparison scores between the AMD Ryzen 5 220 and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X. Consequently, there are no recorded wins for either processor in direct matchups.

The Ryzen 5 220 has an extensive benchmark record across multiple test suites, including Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, Geekbench, and Passmark tests. Its average benchmark score is 22,289, placing it at the 75th percentile among all CPUs. The nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i7-10700K with an average score of 22,230 and a delta of 0.3 percent, the Intel Core i5-13500H at 22,468 with a delta of -0.8 percent, the Intel Core i7-1270P at 22,502 with a delta of -0.9 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X at 21,992 with a delta of 1.4 percent. These deltas indicate the Ryzen 5 220 sits within a narrow performance band around these comparable processors.

The Ryzen Embedded 9600X has no benchmark scores recorded in the database. Its average benchmark score is zero, and it has no nearest rivals listed. The percentile ranking for the 9600X is 50, but without actual test scores, this cannot be validated against specific workloads. The data simply does not support a quantitative head-to-head comparison between these two parts.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors according to the database records:

• Base clock: 3.20 GHz (Ryzen 5 220) versus 3.90 GHz (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Boost clock: 4.90 GHz (Ryzen 5 220) versus 5.40 GHz (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• TDP: 28 watts (Ryzen 5 220) versus 65 watts (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Socket: AMD Socket FP8 (Ryzen 5 220) versus AMD Socket AM5 (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Codename: Hawk Point (Ryzen 5 220) versus Granite Ridge (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Generation: Ryzen 5, Zen 4 (Hawk Point) versus Ryzen Embedded, Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)
• Transistors: 20,900 million (Ryzen 5 220) versus 8,315 million (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Die size: 137 mm² (Ryzen 5 220) versus 70.6 mm² (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core (Ryzen 5 220) versus 80 KB per core (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• L3 cache: 16 MB shared (Ryzen 5 220) versus 32 MB shared (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• ECC memory: Not supported (Ryzen 5 220) versus supported (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• PCIe: Gen 4, 14 lanes (Ryzen 5 220) versus Gen 5, 24 lanes (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 740M (Ryzen 5 220) versus Radeon Graphics (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Market segment: Mobile (Ryzen 5 220) versus Desktop (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Multiplier unlocked: No (Ryzen 5 220) versus Yes (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Part number: 100-000001611 (Ryzen 5 220) versus 100-000001405E (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)
• Release date: 2025-01-05 (Ryzen 5 220) versus 2025-10-06 (Ryzen Embedded 9600X)

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 220 demonstrates measured performance across a broad range of workloads. In Cinebench R23, it records a multicore score of 15,502 and a single-core score of 2,188. Geekbench results show 7,974 for multicore and 2,027 for single-core. Passmark tests indicate strengths in integer math at 57,987, floating point math at 35,500, and multithread performance at 18,582. Data compression scores reach 212,739, while encryption achieves 12,493. The single-thread Passmark score is 3,646. The processor carries a 75th percentile ranking among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms most recorded processors in the database.

The Ryzen Embedded 9600X has no benchmark scores in the database. Its wins cannot be established from measured data. The only quantitative distinction comes from its higher clock specifications, larger L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 lanes, ECC support, and unlocked multiplier. These features suggest advantages in configurations requiring memory reliability, high-bandwidth I/O, or overclocking, but no benchmark results confirm actual performance outcomes.

For workloads represented by the recorded scores of the Ryzen 5 220, the mobile chip shows a balanced profile with strong multicore throughput and respectable single-thread performance. Its 28-watt TDP indicates efficient operation, though the database does not include power efficiency metrics. The 75th percentile placement against all CPUs provides a reliable reference for expected performance in general computing tasks.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear separation between these two processors based on availability of benchmark results and architectural positioning.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 is the only one with measured scores. Its average benchmark score of 22,289 places it at the 75th percentile, with nearest rivals within roughly one percent in either direction. The Intel Core i7-10700K trails by 0.3 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X trails by 1.4 percent, while the Intel Core i5-13500H leads by 0.8 percent and the Intel Core i7-1270P leads by 0.9 percent. This places the Ryzen 5 220 in a competitive mid-range performance tier. Users requiring a mobile processor with 12 threads and a 28-watt TDP would select this part based on its recorded performance.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X offers no benchmark data. Its selection must rely on specification advantages: a base clock of 3.90 GHz, boost clock of 5.40 GHz, 32 MB of L3 cache, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, and an unlocked multiplier. These features target embedded and desktop applications where memory integrity, high-speed I/O expansion, and overclocking flexibility matter more than measured scores in the database. The 65-watt TDP and Socket AM5 platform indicate a different deployment context than the mobile FP8 socket.

For users who prioritize verified benchmark performance, the Ryzen 5 220 is the only option with data. For users who require ECC memory, PCIe Gen 5 bandwidth, or overclocking capabilities, the Ryzen Embedded 9600X provides those features on paper, though the database records no test scores to confirm their impact. The choice between these processors depends entirely on whether measured performance or specific platform features take precedence.