AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs Intel Processor U300L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear performance hierarchy between these two processors, though direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons are limited because the Intel Processor U300L has no individual benchmark scores in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185, by contrast, has a full suite of PassMark measurements, and its average benchmark score of 62,839 places it at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs tracked.

The AMD part's multithreaded score of 31,817 reflects its 12 cores and 24 threads, a configuration that allows it to handle heavily parallel workloads. Its single-thread score of 3,977 demonstrates strong per-core efficiency, which is notable given the hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c core arrangement. The data shows the P185 delivering 117,832 in integer math, 70,587 in floating point math, and 26,544 in extended instructions, indicating balanced computational throughput across different instruction types.

The Intel Processor U300L, with 5 cores and 6 threads, has no recorded PassMark scores, so the database cannot confirm its direct performance against the AMD part in these specific tests. However, the U300L's 50th percentile ranking across all CPUs, compared to the P185's 93rd percentile, indicates a substantial gap in overall measured performance. The U300L does carry a launch MSRP of $107, a detail recorded in the database, but no benchmark averages accompany this listing.

The AMD P185's nearest rivals in the database provide useful context for interpreting its scores. The Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX averages 62,738, which is 0.2% behind the P185, while the Intel Core i7-13790F averages 63,080, putting it 0.4% ahead. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX averages 63,173, 0.5% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 averages 62,498, 0.5% behind. These tight margins, all within half a percentage point, show the P185 sitting in a competitive cluster of similarly performing processors rather than dominating its class.

The P185's data compression score of 374,429 stands out as its strongest relative result, while its prime number finding score of 129 is comparatively modest. The random string sorting score of 40,557 and the physics score of 1,772 round out the measured suite. These numbers indicate that the AMD processor excels in data-heavy operations but shows more variation across different workload types.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins in every benchmark category where data exists, simply because the Intel Processor U300L has no recorded benchmark scores. The P185's multithread score of 31,817 and single-thread score of 3,977 establish its capability in both parallel and serial workloads.

For data compression and encryption tasks, the P185's scores of 374,429 and 19,612 respectively suggest strong throughput in storage and security-related operations. The extended instructions score of 26,544 indicates solid performance in workloads leveraging advanced CPU instruction sets, such as AES-NI or AVX-512 style operations, though the database does not specify which instructions are tested.

The floating point math score of 70,587 versus the integer math score of 117,832 shows a notable difference in how the P185 handles these two computation types. Integer-heavy applications, such as database operations or general business software, would benefit more from this processor than floating-point-heavy applications like certain scientific simulations, though both scores are recorded as positive results.

The Intel U300L's wins, based strictly on the database, are limited to its launch MSRP of $107, its lower 15 W TDP, and its support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. These are specification-level advantages rather than performance wins, as no benchmark data exists for the Intel part. The U300L's 5 cores and 6 threads, combined with its 1.20 GHz base clock and 4.40 GHz boost clock, describe a processor designed for lower-power operation, but the database cannot quantify its actual performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturers with fundamentally different design approaches. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Processor U300L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with no die size recorded.

Core configurations differ substantially. The AMD part offers 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part offers 5 cores and 6 threads. This 7-core and 18-thread gap explains the large divergence in multithreaded capability. The AMD processor's base clock of 2.00 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz exceed the Intel part's 1.20 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost, giving the AMD part a clock speed advantage at both ends of the frequency range.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the AMD part uses 1 MB of L2 per core while the Intel part uses 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a more significant difference: the AMD P185 has 16 MB, while the Intel U300L has 8 MB shared. The AMD processor's larger L3 cache, combined with its higher core count, provides more on-die data storage for frequently accessed information.

Memory support shows a clear split. The AMD P185 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory. The Intel U300L supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, but no memory bandwidth figure is recorded and ECC is not supported. The AMD part's PCIe implementation uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part uses Gen 4 with 8 lanes, halving the available CPU-attached PCIe connectivity.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD P185 uses the Radeon 890M, while the Intel U300L uses UHD Graphics 48EU. No graphics benchmark scores are recorded for either processor, so the database only confirms the presence of these different GPU blocks. Power targets also diverge: the AMD part has a 28 W TDP, while the Intel part has a 15 W TDP.

The release dates place the Intel U300L earlier, with a recorded release of 2024-04-07, while the AMD P185 has a release date of 2026-02-28. Both processors are listed as Active in production status and both are locked, meaning their multipliers are not unlocked for overclocking. The AMD part uses the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts compare between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Processor U300L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD P185 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel U300L has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor U300L does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD P185 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel U300L supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How does the AMD P185 rank among all CPUs?

A: The AMD P185 is at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 62,839. The Intel U300L is at the 50th percentile with no recorded average benchmark score.

Q: What are the power targets for these processors?

A: The AMD P185 has a TDP of 28 W, and the Intel U300L has a TDP of 15 W.

The Verdict

The data supports choosing the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 for applications requiring substantial computational throughput. Its 93rd percentile ranking, 12 cores, 24 threads, and complete benchmark suite all point to a processor capable of handling demanding workloads. The nearest rival data confirms that the P185 performs within half a percentage point of several Intel Core Ultra 7 and Core i7 processors, placing it in a competitive upper tier.

The Intel Processor U300L, with its 5 cores, 6 threads, and 15 W TDP, appears designed for lower-power scenarios where the 28 W AMD part would not fit. The U300L's support for DDR4 as well as DDR5 gives it flexibility with existing memory infrastructure, and its Socket 1700 compatibility may suit certain platform requirements. Its 50th percentile ranking, however, places it firmly in the midrange of the database's CPU population, and the absence of any recorded benchmark scores leaves its actual performance unverified.

For users prioritizing raw compute capability, the AMD P185 is the clear choice based on the recorded data. For users prioritizing lower power draw and memory flexibility, the Intel U300L offers those specific advantages, though with a significant reduction in core count and no measured performance confirmation.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 | Intel Processor U300L |

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

| Cores | 12 | 5 |

| Threads | 24 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.40 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 recorded |

| 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 | 8 MB shared |

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

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

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 48EU |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $107 |

| Multilplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 93 | 50 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 62,839 | 0 |