AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U and the Intel Core 5 211E?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the difference in boost clock speed between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U boosts up to 5.10 GHz, which is 0.20 GHz higher than the Intel Core 5 211E's maximum boost of 4.90 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth rating?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports dual-channel DDR5 with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel Core 5 211E supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 with a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, whereas the Intel Core 5 211E uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E ranks in the 86th percentile, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U ranks in the 50th percentile.

The Verdict

The database records a clear overall performance advantage for the Intel Core 5 211E. Its average benchmark score of 37829 places it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0. The Intel part also has a published launch MSRP of $221, which appears once in this analysis. The Intel Core 5 211E is the processor for workloads that rely on sustained multi-threaded throughput, as its 10 cores and larger 20 MB L3 cache support that profile. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, however, is the appropriate choice for designs prioritizing power efficiency, given its 28 W TDP versus the Intel part's 65 W TDP, and for applications that benefit from a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz and a newer 4 nm process node.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 211E dominates the recorded benchmark suite. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 20389, a figure that reflects its 10-core configuration. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no recorded benchmark scores in this database, so direct numeric comparison is limited to the Intel part's absolute results. The Intel Core 5 211E also delivers strong single-thread performance with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2878 and a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1208. Its Cinebench R15 results are 2055 for multicore and 289 for single-core.

The Passmark suite further illustrates the Intel Core 5 211E's capability. It records 23833 in Passmark multithread and 4006 in Passmark single-thread. In specific workloads, the Intel part scores 88117 in integer math, 66402 in floating point math, and 21592 in extended instructions. Data compression reaches 346757, while data encryption scores 17938. Random string sorting hits 34308. The physics test shows 702, and the find prime numbers test shows 43.

The nearest rivals to the Intel Core 5 211E in the database show extremely tight margins. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has an average score of 37804, a delta of 0.1% from the Intel part. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 37762, a 0.2% delta. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904, a negative 0.2% delta, and the Intel Core i9-14901E scores 37911, also a negative 0.2% delta. The Intel Core 5 211E sits within a fraction of a percent of these comparable processors, indicating that its performance is evenly matched against a cluster of similarly positioned chips. The absence of benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U means the database cannot produce a direct score comparison, but the percentile gap, 86th versus 50th, provides a broad ranking signal.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ by 0.60 GHz, with the AMD part at 3.30 GHz and the Intel part at 2.70 GHz. Boost clocks differ by 0.20 GHz, with the AMD part at 5.10 GHz and the Intel part at 4.90 GHz.

TDP ratings differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is rated at 28 W, while the Intel Core 5 211E is rated at 65 W. The socket types also differ: the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, and the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor is classified as a mobile segment part, while the Intel processor is a desktop segment part.

Memory support differs in scope. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 5 211E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is higher on the AMD side at 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s. Both support dual-channel memory and both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel Core 5 211E provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ as well: the AMD part uses Radeon 780M, and the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730.

Release dates are separated by roughly nine months. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U was released on 2024-04-01, and the Intel Core 5 211E was released on 2025-01-12. Both processors are currently marked as Active in production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a known part number of SRQERQ65F, while the AMD part's part number is listed as unknown. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221, and the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point, part of the 8000 series. Its generation is listed as Ryzen Embedded (Zen 4 (Hawk Point)). The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is listed under the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The process nodes differ significantly: the AMD part uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm Intel process. The AMD processor integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel processor's transistor count is not recorded, but its die size is 257 mm².

Cache layouts differ across all levels. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 211E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part therefore has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations and a larger shared L3 pool, which aligns with its higher core count and desktop positioning.

The foundry and manufacturing characteristics reflect different design philosophies. AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm process, which is a more advanced node than Intel's 10 nm process for this part. The AMD processor also has a significantly lower TDP of 28 W, indicating a power-optimized mobile design. The Intel processor, with a 65 W TDP and a larger die, targets desktop environments where power constraints are less restrictive. The AMD part's memory bandwidth advantage, 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s, pairs with its DDR5-only support and newer process node. The Intel part's dual-generation memory support, DDR4 and DDR5, offers broader compatibility at the cost of lower peak bandwidth.

The integrated graphics also reflect the different market segments. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses the Radeon 780M, while the Intel Core 5 211E uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part's PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes contrasts with the Intel part's PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, giving the Intel part a newer PCIe generation but fewer lanes. The database shows no 3D V-Cache on either processor. The Intel Core 5 211E's nearest rivals, all within 0.2% of its average score, are a mix of AMD and Intel embedded and AI processors, which places it in a competitive performance band. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no listed nearest rivals and no recorded benchmarks, so its architectural traits must be evaluated on specification alone.