AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The P185 doubles the thread count of the Max PRO 380.

Q: How do the two chips compare in average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 records an average benchmark score of 62839, placing it in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 averages 48171, sitting in the 90th percentile. The P185 leads by roughly 30%.

Q: Which processor wins the single-thread test?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 edges out the P185 in the PassMark single-thread test, scoring 3995 versus 3977, a margin of 0.5%. This is the only head-to-head category where the Max PRO 380 takes the win.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 supports LPDDR5X with a memory bandwidth of 128.0 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 also supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but has a lower memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Are both processors built on the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 are fabricated by TSMC on a 4 nm process node. Both are active mobile products.

Q: Which chip has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 boosts to 4.90 GHz. The P185 also has a lower base clock at 2.00 GHz compared to 3.60 GHz on the Max PRO 380.

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a clear split between the two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 dominates in multi-threaded workloads, winning 9 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark categories. Its 12-core, 24-thread configuration delivers a multithread score of 31817, which is 31.2% ahead of the Max PRO 380's 24244. For workloads that scale across cores, such as data compression, encryption, and integer math, the P185 is the stronger choice.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380, despite having half the cores, holds a narrow edge in single-thread performance. Its single-thread score of 3995 beats the P185's 3977 by just 0.5%. The Max PRO 380 also offers higher memory bandwidth at 128.0 GB/s compared to 89.6 GB/s on the P185, which could benefit memory-sensitive tasks.

The data suggests the P185 suits users who prioritize parallel compute throughput, while the Max PRO 380 serves those who need slightly faster single-thread responsiveness and higher memory bandwidth in a more compact 6-core package. The P185's average score of 62839 versus 48171 for the Max PRO 380 confirms the former as the higher-performing part overall, but the Max PRO 380's 90th percentile ranking shows it remains a capable processor in its own right.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin of victory for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 comes in the find prime numbers test, where it scores 129 versus 75 for the Max PRO 380, a 72% advantage. This workload, which is heavily dependent on integer arithmetic and core count, clearly favors the P185's 12-core layout.

Integer math shows a similar pattern. The P185 scores 117832 against 79789, a lead of 47.7%. Floating-point math also favors the P185, with a score of 70587 compared to 53084, a 33% difference. The physics test sees the P185 at 1772 versus 1120, a 58.2% gap, reflecting its advantage in multi-threaded simulation workloads.

Data encryption is another strong category for the P185, scoring 19612 versus 14502, a 35.2% lead. Data compression follows at 374429 versus 293595, a 27.5% advantage. Random string sorting shows the P185 ahead at 40557 versus 31153, a 30.2% margin. Extended instructions see a narrower win for the P185, 26544 versus 24333, a 9.1% difference.

The multithread test, which is the broadest measure of parallel performance, puts the P185 at 31817 and the Max PRO 380 at 24244, a 31.2% lead. This aligns with the overall average score gap of roughly 30% between the two processors.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 wins only the single-thread test, scoring 3995 versus 3977, a 0.5% margin. This is a small but consistent edge, appearing in both single-thread and singlethread entries in the database. The Max PRO 380's higher base clock of 3.60 GHz likely contributes to this result, as the P185's base clock is just 2.00 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The P185 uses a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Max PRO 380 has a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz but a lower boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Thermal design power also diverges. The P185 is rated at 28 W, while the Max PRO 380 is rated at 55 W. The socket differs as well: the P185 uses AMD Socket FP8, and the Max PRO 380 uses AMD Socket FP11.

Cache configuration shows both chips share the same per-core L1 and L2 sizes, at 80 KB and 1 MB per core respectively. The L3 cache is 16 MB on the P185, while the Max PRO 380 lists 16 MB shared. Memory support differs, with the P185 supporting both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Max PRO 380 supports only LPDDR5X. Both use a dual-channel memory bus, but the Max PRO 380 has higher bandwidth at 128.0 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s for the P185.

Both processors support ECC memory and use PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: the P185 includes Radeon 890M, while the Max PRO 380 includes Radeon 8040S. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The P185 has no listed part number, while the Max PRO 380 is listed as part number 100-000001425.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 belongs to the Gorgon Point generation, which the database identifies as Ryzen AI Embedded based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 belongs to the Strix Halo generation, listed as Ryzen AI Max PRO based on Zen 5 architecture. Both are built on TSMC's 4 nm process node.

The P185's hybrid core design, combining Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, allows it to pack 12 cores into a die size of 233 mm². The Max PRO 380 uses only Zen 5 cores across 6 cores, with no die size listed in the database. The P185's dual-core-type architecture likely explains its ability to maintain a lower 28 W TDP while still offering 24 threads, compared to the Max PRO 380's 55 W TDP for 12 threads.

The cache hierarchy is similar per core, but the total L3 differs in how it is reported. The P185 has 16 MB L3 with no explicit sharing notation, while the Max PRO 380 lists 16 MB as shared. Both use an 80 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core.

Memory architecture also separates the two. The P185 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, giving it flexibility across different system designs. The Max PRO 380 is limited to LPDDR5X, which pairs with its higher 128.0 GB/s bandwidth. The P185's lower 89.6 GB/s bandwidth may reflect its dual-channel DDR5 support.

The integrated graphics differ in naming, with the P185 featuring Radeon 890M and the Max PRO 380 featuring Radeon 8040S. Both are mobile market segment parts with active production status. The release dates differ, with the Max PRO 380 listed as released in January 2025 and the P185 listed as released in February 2026.