AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the clear performance leader in the recorded data, holding an average benchmark score of 36,699 against the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174, which has no recorded benchmark results in the database. The Intel part sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD processor is at the 50th percentile, a gap that places them in entirely different performance tiers.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME delivers strong multi-threaded results. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,655 points and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 10,945 points indicate substantial parallel workload capability. Single-thread performance is equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,862 and a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1,545. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,293 reinforces this strength in lightly threaded tasks.

The Intel processor shows particular aptitude in specific PassMark subtests. Data compression reaches 307,094 points, data encryption hits 23,881 points, and extended instructions score 24,017. Floating point math produces 86,929 points, while integer math delivers 71,164 points. The multithread score of 30,659 and random string sorting at 37,331 points round out a comprehensive performance profile. Physics testing yields 2,515 points, and the find prime numbers test records 248 points.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has no benchmark entries in the database, which prevents direct numerical comparison on any workload. Its 50th percentile ranking, however, suggests typical mid-pack performance across the full CPU landscape, far below the 85th percentile position of the Intel part.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins every measurable category in the database. Its benchmark suite covers Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single and multi-core variants, plus seven PassMark subtests spanning encryption, compression, math operations, sorting, physics, and threading. Across all of these, the scores indicate balanced capability in both single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 wins only in the absence of recorded data, meaning it cannot claim any measured advantage. Its theoretical strengths from the specification sheet, such as a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.70 GHz for the Intel part, do not translate into recorded benchmark results. The AMD processor also offers 20 threads versus 14 threads for Intel, which could benefit heavily parallel workloads, but no data confirms this.

For users prioritizing measured performance, the Intel part is the only option with verified results. The AMD part remains an unknown quantity in the database, with no scores to validate its capabilities.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturers and use distinct process technologies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 is fabricated by TSMC on a 4 nm process node, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is produced by Intel on a 3 nm node. This process advantage for Intel may contribute to its efficiency and performance characteristics, though the recorded data does not isolate this factor.

Core and thread configurations differ significantly. The AMD processor uses 10 cores and 20 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading support. The Intel processor has 14 cores and 14 threads, suggesting no hyperthreading on its Panther Lake architecture. Despite fewer threads, the Intel part still achieves higher benchmark scores.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. The AMD processor provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor offers 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's larger cache allocations at every level likely support its measured performance advantages.

Clock speeds favor AMD on paper, with a 2.00 GHz base clock and 5.00 GHz boost clock versus Intel's 1.90 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The thermal design power is similar, with AMD at 28 W and Intel at 25 W.

Memory support differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory support. The Intel processor supports only LPDDR5X on a dual-channel bus but achieves 136.5 GB/s bandwidth and lacks ECC support. Intel's memory bandwidth advantage of 136.5 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s is substantial and may influence memory-sensitive workloads.

PCI Express capabilities differ notably. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 4 lanes. Intel's newer PCIe generation offers higher per-lane bandwidth, though the lane count difference changes expansion options.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD includes Radeon 880M graphics, while Intel includes Arc B390 graphics. Both are integrated solutions for mobile platforms.

The processors use different sockets: AMD Socket FP8 for the AMD part and Intel BGA 2540 for the Intel part. The AMD processor is based on the Gorgon Point codename with Zen 5 and Zen 5c architecture, while the Intel processor uses the Panther Lake codename with Arc G3 branding. The AMD die measures 233 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Intel part. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and both are classified as mobile market segment parts with active production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has an average benchmark score of 36,699. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel part is slightly behind four close rivals: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 at 36,938 (0.6% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F at 36,945 (0.7% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D at 37,018 (0.9% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 at 37,093 (1.1% ahead). These differences are small, within roughly one percent.

Q: What is the thread count for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has 20 threads from 10 cores. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 threads from 14 cores.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 supports ECC memory. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth figures for each processor?

A: The AMD processor achieves 89.6 GB/s on a dual-channel bus with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support. The Intel processor achieves 136.5 GB/s on a dual-channel bus with LPDDR5X support only.

Q: What process nodes are used for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses a 3 nm process from Intel.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 | Intel Arc G3 EXTREME |

|----------------|----------------------------|----------------------|

| Cores | 10 | 14 |

| Threads | 20 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 25 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 2540 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Panther Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Arc G3 (Panther Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 18 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 4 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 880M | Arc B390 |

| Release Date | 2026-02-28 | 2026-05-27 |

| Part Number | Unknown | SA4R3 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 85 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 0 | 36,699 |

The two processors share several traits: both are mobile parts, both are currently active in production, both have locked multipliers, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP. Both use dual-channel memory configurations.

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a one-sided picture. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the only processor with benchmark results, and those results place it at the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its average score of 36,699 puts it within one percent of several established desktop processors, specifically the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. This is a strong showing for a 25 W mobile part.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 cannot be evaluated on measured performance because the database contains no benchmark scores for it. Its 50th percentile ranking suggests average performance, but without recorded data, any conclusion remains speculative. The processor does offer certain specification advantages, including a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz, more threads at 20, ECC memory support, and a broader memory compatibility list that includes both DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

For applications where verified performance matters, the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the defensible choice. Its Cinebench and PassMark results demonstrate competence across single-threaded, multi-threaded, encryption, compression, and math workloads. The AMD processor may appeal to system designers who require ECC memory, which the Intel part lacks, or who need the PCIe Gen 4 x16 configuration for expansion. The AMD part also releases earlier, with a February 2026 date against Intel's May 2026 date.

The memory bandwidth difference is notable: Intel's 136.5 GB/s exceeds AMD's 89.6 GB/s by a wide margin. This could matter for integrated graphics performance, though both processors include their respective GPU solutions. The Intel Arc B390 graphics and AMD Radeon 880M graphics are not directly benchmarked in the database.

The choice depends on whether the user prioritizes measured results or specific hardware features. The data favors Intel for confirmed performance. The AMD processor remains a specification sheet without empirical validation in this database. For mission-critical deployments where ECC memory is mandatory, the AMD part is the only option between these two. For everything else, the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME delivers recorded, verifiable performance at a high percentile ranking.