AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark comparison between these two processors is remarkably one-sided. Across the eleven recorded PassMark subtests, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 claims every single win. The Intel Core 5 211TE does not register a single victory in any measured workload category. This is not a close contest with split results; it is a complete sweep by the AMD part.

The most dramatic separation appears in compute-heavy integer workloads. In passmark_integer_math, the AMD processor scores 117832 against the Intel processor's 33991, a delta of 246.7%. That is the largest percentage gap in the entire head-to-head set. Extended instruction execution follows closely: AMD scores 26544 versus Intel's 8615, a 208.1% advantage. These two subtests indicate that the AMD part carries a substantial throughput advantage for general arithmetic and SIMD-style workloads.

The gap narrows somewhat in the physics simulation subtest, where AMD leads by only 38.7% (1772 versus 1278). This remains a decisive win, but it is the closest margin recorded. The other subtests fall between these extremes. Data compression shows AMD at 374429 versus Intel's 133434, a 180.6% lead. Floating point math delivers a 169.9% advantage (70587 versus 26150). Data encryption shows a 171.2% lead (19612 versus 7231). Random string sorting sits at 173.3% (40557 versus 14838). Prime number finding shows a 79.2% advantage (129 versus 72). Multithread performance lands at 172.3% (31817 versus 11685). Single-thread performance shows a 182.5% gap (3977 versus 1408).

The pattern is consistent: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins by a wide margin in every category, with the smallest gap still being a substantial 38.7% in physics. The Intel Core 5 211TE falls behind by margins ranging from roughly one-third to nearly two-and-a-half times the AMD score, depending on the workload.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 5 generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a die size of 215 mm². The process node difference alone, 4 nm versus 10 nm, explains much of the efficiency and density gap between the two.

Core counts differ notably. The AMD processor provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel processor provides 10 cores and 16 threads. This gives AMD a 2-core and 8-thread advantage. The AMD part also clocks higher: 2.00 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost, versus Intel's 1.70 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost. Both processors are locked, with no unlocked multiplier.

Cache hierarchies diverge in design philosophy. The AMD part uses 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of L3. The Intel part uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor actually carries more per-core L2 and more total L3, yet the benchmark results show that cache capacity alone does not compensate for the architectural and process advantages of the AMD design.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD's memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s, while Intel's is rated at 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses the Radeon 890M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part targets the mobile segment; the Intel part targets the desktop segment. The AMD processor was released later, with a production status of Active for both.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows a comprehensive AMD sweep across all eleven PassMark subtests. The largest single margin is in integer math, where AMD leads by 246.7%. The AMD score of 117832 more than triples the Intel score of 33991. This indicates a massive per-clock and per-core throughput advantage for the AMD architecture in basic arithmetic operations.

Extended instructions show the second-largest gap at 208.1%. AMD scores 26544 versus Intel's 8615. This subtest typically exercises SIMD and specialized instruction paths, and the AMD part delivers more than three times the throughput.

Single-thread performance is particularly telling. AMD scores 3977 versus Intel's 1408, a 182.5% lead. Since single-thread tests isolate per-core efficiency, this result shows that the AMD core design is substantially stronger on an individual core basis, not just through core-count advantages. The Intel part's higher per-core L2 cache of 1.25 MB does not translate into single-thread superiority.

Data compression shows AMD at 374429 versus 133434, a 180.6% lead. This workload benefits from both memory bandwidth and core throughput, and AMD holds advantages in both areas. Data encryption shows AMD at 19612 versus 7231, a 171.2% lead. Floating point math shows AMD at 70587 versus 26150, a 169.9% lead. Random string sorting shows AMD at 40557 versus 14838, a 173.3% lead.

Multithread performance shows AMD at 31817 versus 11685, a 172.3% lead. This reflects the combined effect of more cores, more threads, and higher clock speeds. Prime number finding shows AMD at 129 versus 72, a 79.2% lead, one of the smaller gaps but still a decisive win. Physics shows the narrowest margin: AMD at 1772 versus 1278, a 38.7% lead.

The average benchmark score comparison reinforces the same story. The AMD processor averages 62839 across its benchmark set, placing it at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel processor averages 15370, placing it at the 69th percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX at 62738 (0.2% behind AMD), the Intel Core i7-13790F at 63080 (0.4% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 at 62498 (0.5% behind). The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 at 15477 (0.7% ahead), the AMD EPYC 7702P at 15130 (1.6% behind), and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15022 (2.3% behind).

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear conclusion: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is the stronger processor in every measured benchmark category. It wins all eleven head-to-head subtests with margins ranging from 38.7% to 246.7%. Its average benchmark score of 62839 places it at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 211TE sits at the 69th percentile with an average score of 15370. The AMD part also delivers these results with a lower TDP of 28 watts versus Intel's 45 watts, a notable efficiency advantage given the large performance gap.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does offer some differentiating features. It provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, while the AMD part provides Gen 4. It also supports DDR4 memory in addition to DDR5, which may matter for legacy platform compatibility. Its per-core L2 cache is larger at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB, and its shared L3 is 20 MB versus 16 MB. These features, however, do not translate into benchmark wins in the recorded data.

The AMD part is the choice for workloads that demand raw compute throughput, including integer math, floating point math, encryption, compression, and single-thread responsiveness. The Intel part is the choice for systems that require PCIe Gen 5 connectivity or DDR4 memory support, accepting a substantial performance penalty in exchange for those platform features. The database shows no benchmark scenario in which the Intel processor outperforms the AMD processor.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmark subtests. The Intel Core 5 211TE wins none.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in passmark_integer_math, where the AMD processor scores 117832 versus the Intel processor's 33991, a 246.7% advantage for AMD.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the smallest margin of victory for the AMD processor?

A: The smallest margin is in passmark_physics, where AMD scores 1772 versus Intel's 1278, a 38.7% lead.

Q: How does single-thread performance compare?

A: The AMD processor scores 3977 in passmark_single_thread, while the Intel processor scores 1408, giving AMD a 182.5% advantage.

Q: Do the processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 and the Intel Core 5 211TE support ECC memory.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 | Intel Core 5 211TE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 10 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 233 mm² | 215 mm² |

| 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 | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Part number | unknown | SRQDL |

| Launch MSRP | none listed | $221 |

| Release date | 2026-02-28 | 2025-01-12 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 93 | 69 |

| Average benchmark score | 62839 | 15370 |