AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U vs Intel Xeon E-2224 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data covers two Cinebench R15 runs, and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U wins both by substantial margins. In the multicore test, the AMD part scores 1161 against the Intel Xeon E-2224's 614, a delta of 89.1%. That is nearly double the output, and it reflects the core and thread disparity between the two parts: the Ryzen has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Xeon is limited to 4 cores and 4 threads.

The single-core result is even more lopsided in percentage terms. The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U records 175, while the Xeon E-2224 manages only 86. That is a 103.5% advantage for the AMD chip. This is notable because single-core performance is often where Intel parts historically held an edge, but the data here does not support that narrative. The Ryzen's boost clock of 4.00 GHz is lower than the Xeon's 4.60 GHz, yet the AMD part still delivers more than double the score. This suggests the architectural efficiency of Zen 2, combined with the higher base clock of 2.10 GHz versus 3.40 GHz, does not tell the whole story. The benchmark itself may be sensitive to other factors, but the recorded numbers are unambiguous.

Looking at the broader benchmark averages, the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U holds an average score of 1810 across its tested workloads, while the Xeon E-2224 averages 1762. That is a 2.7% overall lead for the AMD part, though the head-to-head deltas are far larger in the specific Cinebench R15 tests. The percentile placement tells a similar story: the Ryzen sits at the 42nd percentile among all CPUs, and the Xeon is just one point behind at the 41st percentile. Despite the massive wins in the direct comparison, both parts occupy nearly the same position in the overall performance distribution.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U wins in every recorded head-to-head benchmark, so the use-case split is straightforward. For multithreaded workloads, the Ryzen's 6 cores and 12 threads provide a clear advantage. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1161 versus 614 means tasks like video rendering, 3D scene compilation, or any parallel compute workload will favor the AMD part by a wide margin. The 89.1% delta is not a marginal improvement; it is a generational gap in throughput.

For single-threaded tasks, the Ryzen also wins, but the nature of the workload matters. The Xeon E-2224 has a higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which should help in lightly threaded applications, yet the benchmark shows the opposite. The AMD part scores 175 against 86, a 103.5% advantage. This could indicate that the Cinebench R15 single-core test is not purely clock-bound, or that the Zen 2 architecture extracts more instructions per cycle at lower clocks. Either way, the data does not show any scenario where the Xeon comes out ahead.

The Xeon E-2224 does have some advantages outside raw performance. It supports ECC memory, which the Ryzen does not. That makes the Intel part relevant for systems where data integrity is critical, such as small servers or workstations handling financial records or long-running computations. The Xeon also carries a higher TDP of 71 watts versus 15 watts for the Ryzen, which suggests it is designed for sustained operation in a socketed platform rather than power-constrained mobile use. The Ryzen, being a mobile part on AMD Socket FP6, is built for efficiency and battery life, not necessarily for 24/7 server duty.

The Verdict

The data points overwhelmingly toward the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U for anyone prioritizing raw computational performance. In both recorded head-to-head tests, the AMD part doubles or nearly doubles the Xeon's output. The average benchmark score of 1810 versus 1762 reinforces that the Ryzen is the stronger overall performer, even if the percentile gap is small. For workloads that can use 12 threads, the Ryzen is the clear choice.

However, the Xeon E-2224 is not without a role. Its ECC memory support is a feature the Ryzen lacks entirely, and that alone can justify its selection for specific server or workstation builds where memory corruption is unacceptable. The Xeon's launch MSRP was $193, which places it in a different market tier than the mobile-focused Ryzen. The Xeon is also an end-of-life product, while the Ryzen is still active, but that does not change its suitability for legacy system upgrades or ECC-required environments.

For a general-purpose compute task, the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U wins on every measured axis. For a reliability-critical application that demands ECC, the Xeon E-2224 is the only one of the two that qualifies. The verdict is not about which is better in absolute terms; it is about which fits the requirement. The data shows the Ryzen is faster, but the Xeon is more specialized.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U in multicore performance?

A: In the Cinebench R15 multicore test, the Ryzen scores 1161 versus the Xeon E-2224's 614, a 89.1% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Xeon E-2224 win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The recorded data includes two tests, Cinebench R15 multicore and singlecore, and the AMD part wins both.

Q: What is the single-core performance difference?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U scores 175 in Cinebench R15 singlecore, while the Xeon E-2224 scores 86, giving the AMD part a 103.5% lead.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Xeon E-2224 supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U does not.

Q: How do their overall average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U has an average benchmark score of 1810, while the Xeon E-2224 averages 1762, a difference of 2.7%.

Q: What are their respective percentiles among all CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U is at the 42nd percentile, and the Xeon E-2224 is at the 41st percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Renoir, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It contains 9,800 million transistors on a 156 mm² die. The Intel Xeon E-2224 uses the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically Coffee Lake-S WS, built on Intel's 14 nm process. Its die size is 126 mm², and no transistor count is recorded.

The core and thread configuration is the most obvious split: the Ryzen has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Xeon has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Ryzen's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Xeon also has 64 KB of L1 per core but only 256 KB of L2 per core, with the same 8 MB of shared L3. This means the Ryzen has twice as much L2 cache per core, which can reduce memory latency in certain workloads.

The memory bandwidth figures differ significantly. The Ryzen records 68.3 GB/s, while the Xeon is limited to 42.7 GB/s, despite both using dual-channel DDR4. The Ryzen does not support ECC memory, while the Xeon does. Both use PCIe Gen 3, but the Xeon specifies 16 lanes from the CPU only. The Ryzen's integrated graphics are Radeon RX Vega 6, while the Xeon uses UHD Graphics P630.

The process node difference is stark: 7 nm for AMD versus 14 nm for Intel. This explains why the Ryzen can deliver more cores and threads while maintaining a 15 watt TDP, compared to the Xeon's 71 watts. The Ryzen is a mobile part on AMD Socket FP6, while the Xeon is a server/workstation part on Intel Socket 1151. The Xeon is end-of-life, while the Ryzen remains active in production.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Xeon E-2224 has 4 cores and 4 threads. Base clocks are 2.10 GHz for the Ryzen and 3.40 GHz for the Xeon. Boost clocks are 4.00 GHz for the Ryzen and 4.60 GHz for the Xeon. The TDP is 15 watts for the AMD part and 71 watts for the Intel part.

The sockets are incompatible: AMD Socket FP6 versus Intel Socket 1151. The process nodes are 7 nm (TSMC) for AMD and 14 nm (Intel) for Intel. The transistor count is 9,800 million for the Ryzen, with no recorded figure for the Xeon. Die sizes are 156 mm² for the Ryzen and 126 mm² for the Xeon.

Cache configurations differ in L2 size: 512 KB per core for the Ryzen versus 256 KB per core for the Xeon. Both share 8 MB of L3. Memory bandwidth is 68.3 GB/s for the Ryzen and 42.7 GB/s for the Xeon. ECC memory support is absent on the Ryzen and present on the Xeon. The integrated graphics are Radeon RX Vega 6 on the AMD side and UHD Graphics P630 on the Intel side.

Market segments differ as well: the Ryzen is a mobile part, while the Xeon is a server/workstation part. The production status is active for the Ryzen and end-of-life for the Xeon. The release dates are May 6, 2020 for the AMD part and May 28, 2019 for the Intel part. The Xeon has a launch MSRP of $193 and a part number of SRFAV; the Ryzen has no recorded launch MSRP or part number. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.