AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data splits 11 shared workloads between the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 and the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME, with the Intel part taking six wins and the AMD part taking five. The largest single margin belongs to AMD: in integer math, the P185 scores 117832 against 71164, a 65.6% advantage. That result confirms a decisive edge for the AMD processor in workloads dominated by integer arithmetic, a category that includes much general-purpose computation and database-style processing.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME counters with a substantial win in prime number finding, scoring 248 versus 129, a 48% gap. This is the second-largest delta in the comparison and indicates that the Intel part handles certain algorithmic loops with significantly greater efficiency. The Intel processor also leads in floating point math, 86929 against 70587, an 18.8% margin, which places it ahead in scientific and simulation-style workloads that rely on heavy FPU throughput.

In data encryption, the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME records 23881 versus 19612, a 17.9% advantage. The AMD part wins in data compression, 374429 to 307094, a 21.9% lead, and in extended instructions, 26544 to 24017, a 10.5% margin. Random string sorting also favors AMD, 40557 to 37331, an 8.6% difference.

The multithread score is close: AMD posts 31817 against Intel's 30659, a 3.8% win. The single-thread score goes the other way, with Intel at 4293 versus AMD's 3977, a 7.4% edge. Physics simulation favors Intel, 2515 to 1772, a 29.5% margin, which is the third-largest delta overall.

The average benchmark scores in the database tell a different story than the head-to-head wins. AMD's average benchmark score is 62839, and its percentile ranks 93rd among all CPUs. Intel's average is 36699, with a percentile of 85. The Intel part's nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, sits at 36938, a 0.6% difference, while AMD's nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, scores 62738, just 0.2% behind. The AMD processor also sits within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465, which scores 62498.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score in the shared PassMark tests?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME records a single-thread score of 4293, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 3977, giving Intel a 7.4% advantage.

Q: How large is AMD's lead in integer math?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 117832 in integer math, compared to 71164 for the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME, a 65.6% difference.

Q: Does the Intel part win in any memory-intensive or physics-related workload?

A: Yes, in the physics test the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME scores 2515 versus 1772 for AMD, a 29.5% margin, and it also wins in floating point math by 18.8%.

Q: What do the average benchmark scores indicate about overall positioning?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has an average benchmark score of 62839 and ranks in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has an average of 36699 and ranks in the 85th percentile.

Q: Which processor leads in data compression and extended instruction workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 leads in data compression, 374429 to 307094, a 21.9% win, and in extended instructions, 26544 to 24017, a 10.5% win.

Q: How close is the multithread score between the two?

A: The AMD part scores 31817 and the Intel part scores 30659, a 3.8% difference in AMD's favor. This is the narrowest margin among the shared tests.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split by workload type rather than an overall winner. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is the stronger choice for integer-heavy computation, compression, extended instruction sets, and string sorting, and it holds a slight edge in multithreaded throughput. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is preferred for single-thread performance, floating point math, prime number finding, encryption, and physics simulation, with particularly strong margins in those last two categories.

For users whose applications depend on database operations, compression pipelines, or general integer processing, the AMD part's 65.6% lead in integer math and 21.9% lead in compression make it the data-backed pick. For workloads that stress floating point units, cryptographic routines, or physics engines, the Intel part's 29.5% win in physics and 17.9% win in encryption point clearly in its direction.

The percentile data adds context: AMD's 93rd percentile and average score of 62839 place it well above Intel's 85th percentile and 36699 average. However, the benchmark wins are split almost evenly, so the decision hinges on which specific workloads matter more. The AMD processor also has a higher multithread score, 31817 to 30659, which supports its use in parallel general-purpose tasks.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses 14 cores and 14 threads. AMD's base clock is 2.00 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz; Intel's is 1.90 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. TDP differs slightly, with AMD rated at 28 and Intel at 25.

Memory support separates them: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports only LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD part includes ECC memory support; the Intel part does not. PCIe capabilities differ as well, with AMD offering Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and Intel offering Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ: AMD pairs with the Radeon 890M, while Intel uses the Arc B390. Sockets are distinct, with AMD on AMD Socket FP8 and Intel on Intel BGA 2540. Release dates also differ, with AMD listed as 2026-02-28 and Intel as 2026-05-27. Neither part has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is built on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with a codename of Gorgon Point and a generation listed as Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c). Its die size is 233 mm². The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses a 3 nm process from Intel, with a codename of Panther Lake and a generation listed as Arc G3 (Panther Lake); no die size is recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of L3 shared. This gives Intel a larger per-core L1 and L2 allocation and a larger shared L3, while AMD's per-core L3 approach relies on the 16 MB total.

The process node difference, 4 nm versus 3 nm, favors Intel in terms of fabrication technology, and the foundry is different as well, TSMC for AMD and Intel for the Intel part. The Intel processor also has a part number, SA4R3, while AMD's part number is unknown. Both are classified as mobile market segments, both are active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins in five shared tests: data compression, extended instructions, integer math, multithread, and random string sorting. These are tasks that involve repeated integer operations, data transformation, and parallel scheduling. The 65.6% integer math lead is the standout result, and the 21.9% compression win reinforces the pattern. The multithread win, though narrow at 3.8%, indicates that the 24-thread configuration provides a measurable advantage over the 14-thread Intel part in parallel throughput.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins in six shared tests: data encryption, find prime numbers, floating point math, physics, single-thread, and the singlethread duplicate. The physics win, 29.5%, and the prime number win, 48%, are the largest margins for Intel. The floating point lead of 18.8% and the single-thread lead of 7.4% show that the Intel part is well suited to workloads that depend on high per-core performance and FPU throughput. The encryption win of 17.9% adds a security-focused use case.

The use-case split is therefore clear: AMD for integer-heavy, compression-heavy, and multithreaded general workloads; Intel for floating point, physics, encryption, and single-threaded tasks. The average score gap, 62839 to 36699, favors AMD overall, but the head-to-head results show that the Intel part holds its own in specific domains. The 93rd versus 85th percentile ranking further supports AMD's broader strength, yet the Intel processor's wins are not marginal in the areas where it leads.