AMD Ryzen 5 2400G vs AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive advantage for the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G in the two benchmarks where both processors have comparable results. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 5 2400G scores 846.5 points, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 scores 493 points. This represents a 71.7% lead for the desktop part. The gap widens further in single-core performance, where the Ryzen 5 2400G achieves 155.65 points against the Embedded chip's 69 points, a delta of 125.6%.

Looking at the broader benchmark picture, the Ryzen 5 2400G also has additional data points from Geekbench, scoring 3750 in multi-core and 1003 in single-core. The Ryzen Embedded R2314, by contrast, has results from Cinebench R20 (2055 multi-core, 289 single-core) and R23 (4893 multi-core, 690 single-core) that were not run on the desktop part. The head-to-head comparison, however, only includes the two Cinebench R15 tests, and the Ryzen 5 2400G wins both of them.

The average benchmark score tells a similar story: the Ryzen 5 2400G sits at 1439, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 records 1415. That places both processors at the 37th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 2400G include the Intel Core i7-4712HQ (1436, delta 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE (1444, delta -0.4%), the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5 (1446, delta -0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-2600K (1433, delta 0.5%). The Ryzen Embedded R2314's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U (1415, delta 0%), the Intel Core i5-4460 (1415, delta 0%), the Intel Core i7-3840QM (1416, delta -0.1%), and the Intel Core i7-2700K (1419, delta -0.3%).

The performance gap in the head-to-head tests is substantial. The multi-core delta of 71.7% suggests the Ryzen 5 2400G processes threaded workloads significantly faster, while the 125.6% single-core delta indicates a massive advantage in lightly-threaded tasks. The benchmark results indicate that these two chips, despite sharing the same core count, have very different performance profiles.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ in several fundamental architectural aspects. The Ryzen 5 2400G uses the Zen architecture on a 14 nm process node, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses Zen+ on a 12 nm node. Both are fabricated by GlobalFoundries and have the same die size of 210 mm². The transistor counts are nearly identical: 4,950 million for the 2400G and 4,940 million for the R2314.

The codenames reflect their different lineages: Raven Ridge for the Ryzen 5 2400G and Picasso for the Ryzen Embedded R2314. The desktop part belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation with Zen (Raven Ridge), while the embedded part is classified under Ryzen Embedded with Zen+ (Picasso).

Core and thread counts differ: both have 4 cores, but the Ryzen 5 2400G supports 8 threads via simultaneous multithreading, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 is limited to 4 threads. This alone explains a large portion of the multi-core performance gap. The base clock of the 2400G is 3.60 GHz with a boost of 3.90 GHz, whereas the R2314 runs at 2.10 GHz base and 3.50 GHz boost.

Cache configurations are identical in structure: 96 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. Memory support is DDR4 on both, with dual-channel buses. The memory bandwidth differs slightly: 46.9 GB/s for the 2400G versus 42.7 GB/s for the R2314. The power envelope is a major differentiator: the Ryzen 5 2400G has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 draws only 15 watts.

PCIe lanes also differ: the desktop chip offers Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the embedded part provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are different as well: Radeon RX Vega 11 on the 2400G versus Radeon Vega 6 on the R2314. The Ryzen 5 2400G has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the R2314 is locked. ECC memory support is absent on the desktop part but present on the embedded chip.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 2400G wins in every head-to-head benchmark recorded. Its 71.7% multi-core advantage makes it the clear choice for threaded workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or compilation tasks. The 125.6% single-core lead means it also dominates in everyday responsiveness, web browsing, and lightly-threaded applications.

The Ryzen Embedded R2314, despite losing both head-to-head tests, has specific strengths that the benchmarks do not capture directly. Its 15 watt TDP is dramatically lower than the 65 watt rating of the 2400G, making it suitable for fanless or passively cooled designs, industrial PCs, or systems where power efficiency is paramount. It also supports ECC memory, which is critical for reliability in embedded or server-like environments. The 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes provide more I/O bandwidth for expansion cards, storage controllers, or network interfaces compared to the 8 lanes on the 2400G.

The Ryzen Embedded R2314's release date of 2022-06-20 places it much later than the 2400G's 2018-02-11 launch, so it benefits from the Zen+ architecture improvements even if its clock speeds are lower. The embedded part is also production-active, as is the desktop chip, meaning both are still available. For systems that require long-term stability, low power draw, and ECC validation, the R2314 is the logical choice despite its lower benchmark scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core Cinebench R15 score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G scores 155.65 points versus 69 points for the Ryzen Embedded R2314, a 125.6% advantage.

Q: What is the multi-core performance difference in Cinebench R15?

A: The Ryzen 5 2400G scores 846.5, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 scores 493, giving the desktop chip a 71.7% lead.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores. However, the Ryzen 5 2400G supports 8 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 supports only 4 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Ryzen Embedded R2314 supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 5 2400G does not.

Q: How do their power requirements compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 2400G has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 2400G has an average benchmark score of 1439, and the Ryzen Embedded R2314 has an average of 1415.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear performance winner: the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G is significantly faster in both recorded head-to-head tests. Its 71.7% multi-core and 125.6% single-core advantages make it the superior choice for any application where raw compute speed matters. The 2400G also has a higher base clock (3.60 GHz versus 2.10 GHz), a higher boost clock (3.90 GHz versus 3.50 GHz), and more threads (8 versus 4), which explains the benchmark gaps.

However, the Ryzen Embedded R2314 is not without purpose. Its 15 watt TDP is a fraction of the 2400G's 65 watts, making it ideal for thermally constrained environments. ECC memory support adds data integrity for mission-critical systems. The 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes offer more I/O flexibility than the 8 lanes on the desktop part. The embedded chip also comes from a later release (2022 versus 2018), so it benefits from the Zen+ microarchitecture improvements.

For a desktop user building a general-purpose PC, the Ryzen 5 2400G is the obvious pick based on benchmark results. For an embedded system designer prioritizing power efficiency, ECC reliability, and I/O expansion, the Ryzen Embedded R2314 fulfills a different set of requirements. The performance data does not favor the R2314 in compute tasks, but its other attributes are outside the measured benchmarks. The choice depends entirely on the use case: raw speed versus low power and reliability features.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G and the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314:

• Threads: 8 (2400G) versus 4 (R2314)
• Base Clock: 3.60 GHz (2400G) versus 2.10 GHz (R2314)
• Boost Clock: 3.90 GHz (2400G) versus 3.50 GHz (R2314)
• TDP: 65 W (2400G) versus 15 W (R2314)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 (2400G) versus AMD Socket FP5 (R2314)
• Architecture: Zen (2400G) versus Zen+ (R2314)
• Codename: Raven Ridge (2400G) versus Picasso (R2314)
• Generation: Ryzen 5 Zen (Raven Ridge) (2400G) versus Ryzen Embedded Zen+ (Picasso) (R2314)
• Process Node: 14 nm (2400G) versus 12 nm (R2314)
• Memory Bandwidth: 46.9 GB/s (2400G) versus 42.7 GB/s (R2314)
• ECC Memory: false (2400G) versus true (R2314)
• PCIe Lanes: Gen 3, 8 Lanes (2400G) versus Gen 3, 16 Lanes (R2314)
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon RX Vega 11 (2400G) versus Radeon Vega 6 (R2314)
• Release Date: 2018-02-11 (2400G) versus 2022-06-20 (R2314)
• Launch MSRP: $169 (2400G) versus null (R2314)
• Multiplier Unlocked: true (2400G) versus false (R2314)
• Part Number: YD2400C5M4MFB (2400G) versus YE2314C4T4MFH (R2314)

Identical specifications include 4 cores, 96 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, 4 MB shared L3, DDR4 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, 210 mm² die size, and production status of Active.