AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 and AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D occupy opposite ends of the performance spectrum, despite sharing the same manufacturer and process technology. The Ryzen 5 220 is a mobile-focused processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is a desktop-class part using the newer Zen 5 architecture with a substantial cache advantage. The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy, though the comparison is limited by the absence of benchmark scores for the Embedded 9900X3D.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores in any test. This absence of comparative data means the analysis must rely on the Ryzen 5 220's absolute scores and its relative position among its nearest rivals, rather than direct measurements against the Embedded part.

The Ryzen 5 220 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15502 and a single-core score of 2188. Its Geekbench results show 7974 for multi-core and 2027 for single-core. In PassMark testing, the processor achieves 18582 in multithread, 3646 in single-thread, 57987 in integer math, and 35500 in floating-point math. These figures place the Ryzen 5 220 at the 75th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 22289.

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 220 provide context. The Intel Core i7-10700K scores 22230 on average, making the Ryzen 5 220 0.3% faster. The Intel Core i5-13500H averages 22468, which is 0.8% faster than the Ryzen 5 220. The Intel Core i7-1270P scores 22502, 0.9% ahead, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X trails with 21992, meaning the Ryzen 5 220 leads it by 1.4%. These narrow margins confirm that the Ryzen 5 220 sits in a competitive mid-range tier, trading blows with several established desktop and mobile processors.

The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no benchmark entries, so its performance cannot be quantified through recorded scores. Its specifications, however, suggest a significantly higher capability ceiling. With 12 cores and 24 threads versus the Ryzen 5 220's 6 cores and 12 threads, the Embedded part doubles the thread count. Its base clock of 4.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.50 GHz exceed the Ryzen 5 220's 3.20 GHz and 4.90 GHz respectively. The Embedded processor also carries 128 MB of L3 cache, a substantial increase over the Ryzen 5 220's 16 MB.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 220 compare to its closest rivals in the database?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 has an average benchmark score of 22289. It is 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700K (22230), 1.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X (21992), and trails the Intel Core i5-13500H (22468) by 0.8% and the Intel Core i7-1270P (22502) by 0.9%.

Q: What benchmark scores does the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D have?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no entries in any test, including Cinebench, Geekbench, or PassMark.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the Ryzen 5 220's configuration.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory type?

A: Yes, both support DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses and identical memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D additionally supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 5 220 does not.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D operates at a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with both figures higher than the Ryzen 5 220.

Q: Where does the Ryzen 5 220 rank among all CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 5 220 sits at the 75th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is recorded at the 50th percentile, though this figure is based on no benchmark data.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 220 is a capable mid-range processor, validated by its 75th percentile ranking and its near parity with several established rivals. Its average score of 22289 places it within 1% of the Intel Core i5-13500H, Intel Core i7-1270P, and Intel Core i7-10700K, confirming solid all-around performance for its core count. The 1.4% lead over the Ryzen 5 3600X shows a modest generational improvement over an older desktop part.

The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D, by contrast, has no recorded performance data. Its specifications indicate a much higher performance tier: double the cores and threads, higher clock speeds, and a massive 128 MB L3 cache. The 120 W TDP, compared to the Ryzen 5 220's 28 W, also signals a far more power-hungry design intended for sustained heavy workloads. The Embedded part's 50th percentile ranking, despite missing benchmarks, likely reflects the database's treatment of unmeasured parts rather than actual performance.

Users seeking a low-power mobile processor with proven mid-range results should look to the Ryzen 5 220. Its benchmark scores are concrete and its position among rivals is established. Users requiring maximum core count, cache capacity, and clock speed for embedded or desktop workloads should consider the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D, but should note that the database provides no measured performance to confirm its capabilities. The choice depends on whether verified moderate performance or unverified high-end specifications matter more.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification. The Ryzen 5 220 uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses 12 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are 3.20 GHz versus 4.40 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.90 GHz versus 5.50 GHz in favor of the Embedded part. Thermal design power differs substantially: 28 W for the Ryzen 5 220 and 120 W for the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D.

The Ryzen 5 220 fits the AMD Socket FP8, whereas the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses the AMD Socket AM5. The Ryzen 5 220 is a mobile processor with an integrated Radeon 740M GPU, while the Embedded part is a desktop processor with a generic Radeon Graphics solution. ECC memory support is present only on the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. PCIe capabilities differ, with the Ryzen 5 220 offering Gen 4 with 14 lanes and the Embedded part offering Gen 5 with 24 lanes. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has an unlocked multiplier, while the Ryzen 5 220 does not. Release dates are also distinct: the Ryzen 5 220 launched on January 5, 2025, and the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D on October 6, 2025.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 220 is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point, while the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D uses the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Granite Ridge. Both processors are fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC, but their transistor counts and die sizes differ. The Ryzen 5 220 contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, whereas the Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 16,630 million transistors spread across two 70.6 mm² dies, for a combined 141.2 mm².

Cache configurations diverge significantly. The Ryzen 5 220 provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D offers 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and a much larger 128 MB of L3 cache. This 8x difference in L3 capacity is a defining architectural distinction, likely benefiting workloads with large working sets. The generation labels also differ, with the Ryzen 5 220 listed as Ryzen 5 (Zen 4, Hawk Point) and the Embedded part as Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5, Granite Ridge).