AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i vs Intel Processor U302L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark matches between the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i and the Intel Processor U302L. Both processors hold a percentile rank of 50 against all CPUs in the database, indicating they land at the midpoint of the overall performance distribution. However, the absence of paired test results does not mean the two are equivalent; the architectural and specification gaps are substantial and predictable from the recorded data.

The AMD part uses a 10-core, 20-thread configuration with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel part uses a 5-core, 6-thread configuration with a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 2.40 GHz. In multi-threaded workloads, the AMD chip has a 2x core advantage and a 3.33x thread advantage, while also clocking 2.6 GHz higher at boost. This indicates a decisive lead in parallel compute tasks such as rendering, compilation, and virtualized environments, even without a direct benchmark score to confirm it.

In single-threaded tasks, the AMD part also leads on paper. Its boost clock of 5.00 GHz is more than double the Intel part's 2.40 GHz boost. The Intel processor, however, has a slightly larger L2 cache per core at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB, which may reduce latency in some cache-resident workloads, but the clock speed deficit is so large that the Intel part cannot realistically close the gap in frequency-sensitive applications.

Memory bandwidth also favors AMD. The Ryzen AI Embedded P174i supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Processor U302L supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, but the database lists no bandwidth figure for it. The presence of a specific bandwidth number for AMD and none for Intel suggests the AMD platform offers a more robust memory subsystem, which is critical for integrated graphics performance and data-intensive tasks.

The Intel part does hold one advantage: power draw. Its TDP is 15 watts versus 28 watts for the AMD part. In thermally constrained chassis or battery-powered mobile designs, the Intel chip consumes 13 fewer watts at the package level, which can translate to longer sustained operation or simpler cooling solutions. The AMD part, however, uses that additional power budget to deliver nearly double the threads and more than double the boost clock.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD pairs the CPU with a Radeon 880M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 80EU. The database does not provide benchmark scores for either GPU, so direct claims of graphics performance cannot be made. However, the AMD part's higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s) and unified architecture typically benefit integrated graphics, while the Intel part's lower TDP and smaller core count suggest a more modest graphics capability.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i is the stronger processor for any workload that uses multiple cores or high clock speeds. It offers 20 threads, a 5.00 GHz boost, and 16 MB of L3 cache, all of which point to superior throughput in productivity, content creation, and server-like embedded tasks. The Intel Processor U302L, with 6 threads, a 2.40 GHz boost, and 10 MB of shared L3, is positioned for lighter duties where 15-watt power consumption is the priority.

The Intel part is the appropriate choice for fanless or low-power designs, where the 28-watt TDP of the AMD chip would be prohibitive. The AMD part is the appropriate choice for performance-oriented embedded systems with adequate cooling and power delivery. The launch MSRP of the Intel Processor U302L is $285, stated once here as a reference point, but the decision should rest on power and performance characteristics, not cost.

Neither processor shows a direct benchmark victory in the database, but the specification sheet alone is decisive. The AMD chip wins on core count, thread count, clock speed, cache capacity (16 MB L3 versus 10 MB), memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus unspecified), and integrated graphics branding (Radeon 880M versus UHD Graphics 80EU). The Intel chip wins only on TDP (15 watts versus 28 watts) and L2 cache per core (1.25 MB versus 1 MB). For most embedded applications, the AMD part's advantages in parallelism and frequency outweigh its higher power draw.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, using the Gorgon Point codename and a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid generation. The die size is recorded at 233 mm². The Intel Processor U302L is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, using the Raptor Lake-PS codename and a Raptor Lake architecture. The die size for the Intel part is not listed in the database.

The core layouts differ fundamentally. AMD uses 10 cores and 20 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading (SMT) across all cores. Intel uses 5 cores and 6 threads, which suggests a configuration with one or more cores lacking hyper-threading, or a hybrid core arrangement typical of Raptor Lake that includes performance and efficiency cores. The exact core mix for the Intel part is not specified in the database, but the thread count (6) relative to core count (5) implies asymmetric threading.

Cache hierarchies show distinct designs. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 10 MB of shared L3. The Intel L3 is explicitly shared, while the AMD L3 is not labeled as shared but is a single pool of 16 MB. AMD's larger L3 suggests better performance in workloads with large working sets.

Memory support diverges. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, with ECC memory enabled. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, but ECC is not supported. AMD's memory bandwidth is recorded at 89.6 GB/s, while Intel's is not measured in the database. Both use dual-channel buses. The AMD part uses Gen 4 PCIe with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part uses Gen 4 PCIe with 8 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part offers double the PCIe lanes, which is significant for embedded I/O expansion.

Integrated graphics differ in branding and likely capability. AMD uses a Radeon 880M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 80EU. The database does not provide core counts, clock speeds, or benchmark scores for these iGPUs, so only qualitative comparisons are possible. The AMD part's higher memory bandwidth and newer process node suggest better graphics performance, but this is not directly measured.

The release dates differ: AMD is dated 2026-02-28, while Intel is dated 2024-04-07. Both are marked as Active production. The AMD part uses an AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses an Intel Socket 1700. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a recorded part number (SRPKGQ5CX), while the AMD part's part number is unknown.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Processor U302L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The AMD part boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel part boosts to 2.40 GHz. The AMD part also has a higher base clock at 2.00 GHz versus 1.20 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor U302L does not list ECC support in the database.

Q: What is the difference in TDP between the two chips?

A: The AMD part has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 15 watts. The Intel chip consumes 13 fewer watts at the package level.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). AMD has double the lane count.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel buses.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i wins in every performance-oriented category recorded in the database. It has double the cores (10 versus 5), more than triple the threads (20 versus 6), a higher boost clock (5.00 GHz versus 2.40 GHz), a higher base clock (2.00 GHz versus 1.20 GHz), more L3 cache (16 MB versus 10 MB), higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus unspecified), double the PCIe lanes (16 versus 8), and ECC memory support. This makes it the clear choice for embedded workloads that involve heavy multitasking, large data sets, real-time processing, or virtualization. The 4 nm process node and the Zen 5 / Zen 5c generation also indicate a modern, high-density design.

The Intel Processor U302L wins in power efficiency and per-core cache latency. Its 15-watt TDP is 13 watts lower than the AMD part's 28 watts, which is a decisive advantage in battery-powered or passively cooled systems. The L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB versus 1 MB for AMD, which may improve performance in workloads that repeatedly access a small working set. The Intel part also supports DDR4, which allows system designers to use older, cheaper memory modules, though the database does not list a bandwidth figure for this configuration. The Intel part's release date of 2024-04-07 is earlier, which may be relevant for designs that require a proven, mature platform.

In terms of platform flexibility, the AMD part supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, the latter being useful for low-power mobile designs. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, which is broader in terms of legacy compatibility but lacks the low-power LPDDR5X option. The AMD part has a larger die size (233 mm²), which suggests a more complex integrated design, including the Radeon 880M iGPU.

For integrated graphics, the AMD part pairs with a Radeon 880M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 80EU. Without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm a winner, but the AMD part's higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s) and newer process node (4 nm versus 10 nm) provide a structural advantage for graphics-heavy tasks. The Intel part's lower TDP may allow for a smaller thermal solution, but the graphics capability is not measured.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i | Intel Processor U302L |

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

| Cores | 10 | 5 |

| Threads | 20 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 10 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 880M | UHD Graphics 80EU |

| Release Date | 2026-02-28 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $285 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | Unknown | SRPKGQ5CX |