AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data places the Intel Core 5 223PE directly into a competitive field, with a percentile ranking of 87 against all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS holds a 50th percentile ranking. The Intel part's average benchmark score of 40585 is positioned within 0.1% of the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), 0.1% behind the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630), 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718). These narrow deltas place the Intel Core 5 223PE in a tightly contested performance band among its nearest rivals.

The disparity in benchmark coverage is stark. The database contains no recorded benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS across any test suite, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has seventeen recorded results spanning Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and PassMark workloads. Consequently, the head-to-head comparison relies entirely on the Intel part's measured performance profile and the architectural parameters documented for both processors.

In multi-threaded rendering workloads, the Intel Core 5 223PE demonstrates substantial throughput. Cinebench R23 multi-core yields a score of 26455, while R20 multi-core records 11111, and the older R15 multi-core test produces 2666. For single-threaded rendering, the same processor scores 3734 in R23, 1568 in R20, and 376 in R15. These figures indicate consistent scaling across Cinebench versions, with the multi-core to single-core ratio holding near 7:1 in R23, which aligns with the processor's 8-core, 16-thread configuration.

PassMark results for the Intel part show a multi-thread score of 31124 and a single-thread score of 4219. The integer math workload records 99819, while floating point math reaches 76468. Data compression scores 346623, data encryption records 18448, extended instructions hit 24672, and the physics workload produces 2493. Random string sorting completes at 35798, and find prime numbers returns 159. The encryption score of 18448 relative to the multi-thread score of 31124 suggests that encryption workloads scale differently from general integer operations, likely reflecting the AES-NI instruction path. The extended instructions score of 24672 indicates robust SIMD throughput for a desktop-class processor.

Because the AMD side has no recorded benchmarks, the only quantitative comparison available comes from the specification sheet. The Intel processor operates with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while the AMD part runs at 4.30 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. The AMD chip's higher base clock suggests stronger sustained performance in lightly threaded workloads, but the Intel chip's higher boost clock indicates a higher ceiling for bursty single-threaded tasks. Without measured scores for the AMD part, these clock differences cannot be translated into actual performance deltas.

FAQ

Q: What benchmark scores are available for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS?

A: The database contains no recorded benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 223PE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585. It sits 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), 0.1% behind the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630), and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718).

Q: What is the core and thread configuration for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both processors use dual-channel memory buses and have a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 5 223PE?

A: The launch MSRP is $232. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS uses a 4 nm process from TSMC with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses a 10 nm process from Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins in every measurable benchmark category because it is the only processor with recorded scores. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26455, which reflects strong parallel rendering capability. The single-thread R23 score of 3734 indicates solid per-core performance for lightly threaded applications. PassMark integer math at 99819 and floating point math at 76468 show balanced arithmetic throughput. Data compression at 346623 suggests efficiency in file archiving and compression tasks, while the encryption score of 18448 confirms hardware-accelerated cryptography support.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS cannot be assessed for benchmark wins due to the absence of recorded data. Its specification sheet indicates a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 design with a 4.30 GHz base clock, which would theoretically provide strong single-threaded performance in workloads that favor higher base frequencies. The 5.00 GHz boost clock provides additional headroom, but without measured scores, any performance advantage remains speculative. The AMD part's 45 W TDP versus the Intel part's 65 W TDP suggests the AMD chip is designed for lower-power embedded scenarios, while the Intel chip targets desktop-class performance with higher power delivery.

For workload segmentation based on available data, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the only processor with demonstrated performance across rendering, math, compression, encryption, and physics workloads. The PassMark physics score of 2493 indicates moderate computational physics capability, while the find prime numbers score of 159 suggests limited performance in that specific integer-heavy test. The random string sorting score of 35798 reflects strong memory subsystem performance for sorting algorithms.

Specification Differences

The most significant difference lies in core and thread counts. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE provides 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds differ substantially: the AMD part runs at 4.30 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, while the Intel part runs at 2.90 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. The AMD chip's base clock is 1.40 GHz higher, while the Intel chip's boost clock is 0.20 GHz higher.

Power envelopes diverge with the AMD part rated at 45 W TDP and the Intel part at 65 W TDP. Socket compatibility separates the two completely: the AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. Market segments also differ, with the AMD part classified as Mobile and the Intel part as Desktop.

Memory support shows a key distinction. The AMD part supports only DDR5, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count: the AMD part provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part's Gen 5 interface offers higher per-lane bandwidth despite fewer lanes.

Integrated graphics differ between the two. The AMD part includes Radeon 760M graphics, while the Intel part includes UHD Graphics 730. Cache structures are not identical: the AMD part uses 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Intel part uses 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The Intel part has 50% more shared L3 cache and double the per-core L2 cache.

Release dates are separated by nearly two years. The AMD part was released on 2024-04-01, while the Intel part was released on 2026-03-08. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $232, while the AMD part has no launch MSRP recorded. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning neither supports user overclocking. The Intel part has a recorded part number of SA4QF, while the AMD part's part number is unknown.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8645HS is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point, part of the 8000 series. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake architecture with the codename Bartlett Lake, part of the Core 5 generation. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

The transistor density difference is pronounced. The AMD part packs 25,000 million transistors into 178 mm², yielding a density of approximately 140 million transistors per square millimeter. The Intel part's 10 nm process, while not quantified in the database, represents an older process generation compared to AMD's 4 nm node. This process gap likely contributes to the AMD part's lower 45 W TDP despite its higher base clock.

Cache architecture reflects different design philosophies. The AMD part allocates 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Intel part allocates 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The Intel part's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches suggest a design optimized for per-core performance, while the AMD part's smaller caches are offset by a more efficient process node and higher base clock.

The AMD part's Zen 4 architecture incorporates a 5.00 GHz boost clock and supports DDR5 memory exclusively. The Intel Bartlett Lake architecture supports both DDR4 and DDR5, providing flexibility for systems with legacy memory infrastructure. Both processors support ECC memory, which is critical for embedded and workstation reliability scenarios.

Integrated graphics differ in architectural origin. The AMD part uses Radeon 760M, which is part of the RDNA 3 family in the Zen 4 APU lineup. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, which is based on the Xe architecture integrated into Bartlett Lake. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so both are fixed-frequency parts intended for pre-configured systems.

The PCIe implementation differs by generation. The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. PCIe Gen 5 doubles the per-lane bandwidth compared to Gen 4, so the Intel part's 16 lanes at Gen 5 offer comparable aggregate bandwidth to the AMD part's 20 lanes at Gen 4, with the Intel part providing higher speed to individual devices. The Intel part's desktop socket (Socket 1700) supports a wider ecosystem of motherboards, while the AMD part's mobile socket (FP8) targets compact embedded designs.

The production status for both processors is Active, indicating ongoing availability. The release timeline shows the AMD part launching in April 2024 and the Intel part in March 2026, making the Intel part a more recent addition to the market. The Intel part's 87th percentile ranking versus all CPUs places it well above the AMD part's 50th percentile, though the AMD ranking reflects the absence of benchmark data rather than measured performance.