AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark entries in the database, so direct head-to-head measurements are unavailable. The available data for the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME spans Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, plus PassMark workload tests.

In Cinebench R23, the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME scores 14,655 in multi-core and 1,862 in single-core. The R20 run shows 10,945 multi-core and 1,545 single-core, while R15 records 2,192 multi-core and 267 single-core. These scores position the chip at the 85th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 36,699.

The nearest rivals in the database are tightly clustered. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 leads with an average score of 36,938, just 0.6% ahead of the Arc G3 EXTREME. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F trails by 0.7% at 36,945, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D sits 0.9% behind at 37,018, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is 1.1% back at 37,093. The margins are narrow, indicating the Arc G3 EXTREME competes directly with these mid-range desktop and mobile parts.

PassMark results show the Arc G3 EXTREME excels at data compression with a score of 307,094. Data encryption records 23,881, extended instructions hit 24,017, and floating point math reaches 86,929. Integer math scores 71,164, random string sorting produces 37,331, and the multithread test yields 30,659. The physics test scores 2,515, while find prime numbers delivers 248. Single-thread performance is measured at 4,293 in both PassMark single-thread variants.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U lacks benchmark entries, the database cannot show whether it outperforms the Intel part in any workload. The wins tally remains zero for both processors. The percentile ranking of the Ryzen Embedded 8840U is 50, far below the Arc G3 EXTREME's 85, but without actual scores this percentile reflects placement among all CPUs rather than a direct comparison.

The 0.6% to 1.1% deltas among the Arc G3 EXTREME's nearest rivals suggest that any of these four chips could trade places depending on workload. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is the closest competitor, and the recorded average score gap is small enough that run-to-run variance in benchmark software could flip the order. Similarly, the Ryzen 5 5600F and Ryzen 5 5500X3D sit within a single percentage point, making them effectively equivalent in aggregate performance.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,655 indicates the 14 cores are utilized effectively. The single-core score of 1,862 in R23 is moderate for a mobile processor, suggesting that lightly threaded tasks will not see the same dominance as heavily parallel workloads. The PassMark multithread score of 30,659 reinforces this pattern, while the single-thread score of 4,293 shows a more modest advantage.

The data compression result of 307,094 stands out as the strongest PassMark figure, more than ten times the integer math score. This indicates the chip's architecture is particularly well suited to compression algorithms, likely due to the large L2 and L3 caches. The extended instructions score of 24,017 and floating point math score of 86,929 show balanced execution across different instruction types.

# The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME, but only because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no recorded scores. Users choosing between these two processors for database-driven performance comparisons will find only one set of measurements available. The Intel part sits at the 85th percentile, while the AMD part sits at the 50th percentile, a substantial gap in aggregate standing.

The nearest rival data for the Arc G3 EXTREME shows it is competitive with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. The deltas range from 0.6% to 1.1%, so any of these chips could be considered near-equivalents. For users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput, the Arc G3 EXTREME's Cinebench R23 score of 14,655 places it in a workable range for mobile hardware.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U offers an 8-core, 16-thread configuration compared to the Intel's 14 cores and 14 threads. The AMD part has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz versus 1.90 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. However, without benchmark scores, clock speed advantages cannot be translated into measured performance.

The data supports selecting the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME if verified benchmark results are required. The AMD part may be suitable for users who prioritize its feature set, such as ECC memory support and a larger PCIe lane count, but the database cannot confirm any performance advantage. The 50th percentile ranking for the AMD part is based on its position among all CPUs, not on any head-to-head result.

# FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has an empty benchmarks array, so no recorded scores exist for comparison.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME?

A: The average benchmark score is 36,699, which places it at the 85th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: How does the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has an average score of 36,938, which is 0.6% higher than the Arc G3 EXTREME's 36,699.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U support ECC memory?

A: Yes, ECC memory support is listed as true for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses a 3 nm process from Intel.

# Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses 14 cores and 14 threads. Base clocks are 3.30 GHz for AMD and 1.90 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz for AMD and 4.70 GHz for Intel. TDP is 28 watts for AMD and 25 watts for Intel.

The socket types are entirely different: AMD Socket FP8 for the Ryzen Embedded 8840U versus Intel BGA 2540 for the Arc G3 EXTREME. Memory support differs as well, with DDR5 on the AMD side and LPDDR5X on the Intel side. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but memory bandwidth is higher on the Intel part at 136.5 GB/s compared to 89.6 GB/s for AMD. ECC memory is supported only on the AMD processor.

PCIe connectivity shows a significant divergence. The AMD processor offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor offers Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part includes Radeon 780M, while the Intel part includes Arc B390. The AMD processor has a locked multiplier, as does the Intel part, but the Intel part has a part number (SA4R3) while the AMD part lists part number as unknown.

Release dates are separated by more than two years. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U was released on 2024-04-01, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME was released on 2026-05-27. Both are listed as Active in production status and target the Mobile market segment. Neither has a launch MSRP in the database.

# Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, part of the 8000 series and Ryzen Embedded generation. The process node is 4 nm from TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake codename, part of the Arc G3 generation, with a 3 nm process from Intel. Transistor count and die size are not recorded for the Intel part.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The Intel L3 is 2 MB larger, and the per-core L1 and L2 caches are also larger on the Intel side.

The AMD part's architecture is explicitly labeled Zen 4, while the Intel part's architecture field is null. The generation field for AMD reads "Ryzen Embedded (Zen 4 (Hawk Point))", while Intel reads "Arc G3 (Panther Lake)". Both are single-die designs with no 3D V-Cache option listed for either processor.

The integrated GPUs also reflect different architectures: AMD's Radeon 780M versus Intel's Arc B390. The memory controllers differ, with the Intel part supporting faster LPDDR5X and higher bandwidth, while the AMD part supports DDR5 with lower bandwidth. The PCIe generation difference (Gen 4 for AMD, Gen 5 for Intel) indicates the Intel part uses a newer I/O fabric, though the lane count is much lower at 4 versus 20.

The manufacturing process difference (3 nm vs 4 nm) suggests the Intel part uses a more advanced node, but the database does not include transistor or die size data for the Intel chip, so density comparisons cannot be made. The AMD chip's 25,000 million transistors on 178 mm² gives a transistor density that can be calculated, but the Intel chip lacks equivalent data.