AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U and Intel Core 3 304 occupy different positions in the mobile processor space, and the recorded data reflects a clear split between multi-threaded throughput and single-thread efficiency. The Intel part holds a substantial advantage in the database’s benchmark results, while the AMD part offers a broader feature set and a higher core count. The following analysis draws exclusively from the recorded measurements and specification fields.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 3 304 is the only one of the two processors with recorded benchmark scores in the database. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark entries, so the numerical comparison relies entirely on the Intel part’s results and its position relative to other measured CPUs.

In Cinebench R23, the Intel Core 3 304 scores 5263 in the multicore test and 1765 in the singlecore test. The multicore result places it in a range where the nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (average score 13786, delta -0.3%), the Intel Core i7-8750H (average score 13868, delta -0.9%), the Intel Core 5 120UL (average score 13594, delta +1.1%), and the AMD EPYC 7443 (average score 13936, delta -1.4%). The Core 3 304’s average benchmark score is 13745, which sits 0.3% below the Threadripper PRO 3975WX and 1.1% above the Core 5 120UL. Its percentile versus all CPUs is 68, meaning it outperforms the majority of recorded processors in the database.

The Cinebench R20 results for the Intel part show a multicore score of 4160 and a singlecore score of 587. In Cinebench R15, the multicore score is 849 and the singlecore score is 264. The gap between the R20 and R23 multicore scores (4160 versus 5263) indicates scaling across the workload versions, with the newer test showing a higher throughput figure.

PassMark results for the Intel Core 3 304 cover a range of specialized workloads. The multithread score is 11625, and the single-thread score is 3614. Data compression scores 114775, while data encryption scores 8501. Extended instructions score 9686, floating point math scores 29722, and integer math scores 24640. The find prime numbers test returns 68, random string sorting scores 13659, and physics scores 868.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U lacks recorded benchmarks, the head-to-head comparison cannot be expressed as direct score differences. The database shows zero wins for both parts in the head-to-head benchmark field. The Intel part’s percentile of 68 versus the AMD part’s percentile of 50 indicates that the Intel processor is positioned higher in the overall distribution of all CPUs in the database, though this percentile reflects all recorded processors, not a direct match between the two.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in every measured benchmark category because it is the only part with recorded scores. Its strengths are most pronounced in multi-threaded rendering workloads, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and the PassMark multithread score of 11625. The single-thread score of 3614 in PassMark and 1765 in Cinebench R23 singlecore indicate solid per-core performance for a 5-core, 5-thread processor.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U wins on specification-based advantages rather than benchmark results. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, compared to 5 cores and 5 threads on the Intel part. The AMD base clock is 3.30 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, versus 1.50 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost on the Intel. The AMD part has a 28 W TDP, higher than the Intel’s 15 W, which suggests more sustained power for multi-threaded loads, though no power measurements are recorded.

The Intel part excels in energy efficiency, as indicated by its lower TDP of 15 W. It also supports a broader memory type set, including DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the AMD part lists only DDR5. The Intel part’s process node is 3 nm from Intel’s foundry, compared to the AMD’s 4 nm from TSMC, which may contribute to the Intel part’s efficiency profile.

For workloads that depend on memory bandwidth, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a clear specification advantage. Its dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth exceeds the Intel’s single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. This difference could favor the AMD part in memory-intensive tasks, though no benchmark data confirms this.

The AMD part also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Intel Core 3 304. This makes the AMD processor suitable for reliability-focused applications, while the Intel part does not list ECC support.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core 3 304?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745. Its percentile versus all CPUs in the database is 68.

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

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U. Its average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports DDR5 memory. The Intel Core 3 304 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD part has a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part has a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 W.

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 Core 3 304 uses 5 cores and 5 threads. Base clocks are 3.30 GHz for the AMD and 1.50 GHz for the Intel. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz for the AMD and 4.30 GHz for the Intel. TDP is 28 W for the AMD and 15 W for the Intel.

The socket types differ: the AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel uses Intel BGA 1516. The AMD processor is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel uses a 3 nm process at Intel. The AMD die size is 178 mm² with 25,000 million transistors; the Intel die size and transistor count are not recorded.

Cache configurations differ notably. The AMD part lists 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Intel part lists 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2 total, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support: the AMD lists DDR5 only, while the Intel lists DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bus is dual-channel for the AMD and single-channel for the Intel. Memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s for the AMD and 59.7 GB/s for the Intel.

ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but listed as false for the Intel. PCIe lanes are 20 (Gen 4) for the AMD and 6 (Gen 4) for the Intel. Integrated graphics are the Radeon 780M on the AMD and Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) on the Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Release dates differ: April 2024 for the AMD and April 2026 for the Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is based on Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point, belonging to the 8000 series and the Ryzen Embedded generation. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the codename Wildcat Lake and belongs to the Core 3 generation. The AMD part has no architecture field listed beyond Zen 4, while the Intel architecture field is null, so the architectural comparison relies on codename and generation data.

The process nodes differ: 4 nm at TSMC for the AMD, 3 nm at Intel for the Intel part. The AMD die size is 178 mm² with 25,000 million transistors, while the Intel die size and transistor count are not recorded, preventing a direct density comparison.

Cache hierarchy differs in organization. The AMD uses per-core L1 and L2 caches, with a shared L3 of 16 MB. The Intel uses total L1 of 192 KB, total L2 of 2.5 MB, and shared L3 of 6 MB. The AMD’s larger L3 and per-core cache design suggests a different approach to cache allocation, while the Intel’s smaller total cache reflects its lower core count.

Memory architecture: the AMD supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC. The Intel supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC. The AMD’s dual-channel design provides higher peak bandwidth, while the Intel’s LPDDR5X support offers a different memory ecosystem.

PCIe connectivity: the AMD provides 20 Gen 4 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel provides 6 Gen 4 lanes. This is a significant difference for systems needing expansion slots or high-bandwidth peripherals.

The integrated graphics differ: the AMD uses Radeon 780M, while the Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe unit. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so performance cannot be compared from recorded data.

The Intel Core 3 304 has a part number of SAE3K, while the AMD part number is listed as unknown. Both processors are marked as active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The market segment for both is mobile.