AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

# The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 251TE and AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U occupy different corners of the processor market, and the recorded data shows a clear split in strengths. The Intel part, with its 24 cores and 32 threads, delivers substantially higher multi-threaded throughput in every recorded Cinebench test. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,518 contrasts sharply with the AMD's position, though the AMD part has no benchmark entries in the database, so its measured performance cannot be directly compared. The Intel Core 7 251TE achieves an 88th percentile ranking against all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U sits at the 50th percentile, a gap that indicates the Intel processor belongs in a different performance tier.

The Intel Core 7 251TE also carries a launch MSRP of $384, a figure that positions it as a desktop-oriented part. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, released in April 2024, targets mobile systems with a 28 watt TDP, while the Intel part consumes 45 watts. For workloads that demand heavy parallel processing, the recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,518 for the Intel processor makes it the clear choice. The AMD processor, lacking recorded benchmark scores, cannot justify selection on measured performance grounds. Users seeking a desktop processor with proven multi-threaded capability should select the Intel Core 7 251TE. Users requiring a lower-power embedded mobile processor with integrated Radeon 780M graphics should consider the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, but the absence of benchmark data limits confidence in its performance claims.

# Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and use different process nodes. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses a 4 nm process at TSMC with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses a 10 nm process at Intel with a 215 mm² die size. This node difference suggests the AMD part benefits from a more advanced manufacturing process, though the Intel die is physically larger.

The core architectures diverge significantly. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on Zen 4 with the codename Hawk Point, part of the 8000 series. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. Both processors support ECC memory and dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. The AMD part supports DDR5 memory only, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Cache configurations differ notably. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 251TE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor offers more than double the L3 cache, which can benefit workloads with large working sets.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 780M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, and the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor is marked as a mobile segment part, while the Intel processor is marked as a desktop segment part.

# Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark data for the Intel Core 7 251TE shows wins across every tested category, but the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no recorded benchmarks, so the head-to-head comparison is one-sided. The Intel processor's Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2,572 and single-core score of 362 indicate balanced performance across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R20, the Intel part scores 10,717 multi-core and 1,512 single-core. The Cinebench R23 results show 25,518 multi-core and 3,602 single-core.

PassMark tests for the Intel Core 7 251TE reveal specific strengths. Integer math scores 125,739, floating point math scores 85,607, and extended instructions score 16,974. Data compression scores 334,399, data encryption scores 22,176, and random string sorting scores 39,643. The multithread score of 30,022 and single-thread score of 3,568 confirm strong performance in both parallel and sequential tasks. Physics scores 1,938, and finding prime numbers scores 140.

For the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, the absence of benchmark entries means the database cannot confirm any performance wins. The processor's 8 cores and 16 threads suggest it targets lighter workloads than the Intel part's 24 cores and 32 threads. The AMD processor's 5.10 GHz boost clock trails the Intel's 5.40 GHz boost clock, while the AMD base clock of 3.30 GHz exceeds the Intel's 1.40 GHz base clock. This base clock advantage could benefit lightly threaded workloads that rely on sustained single-core frequency, but no measured data confirms this.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the performance ranking of each processor in the database?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE ranks at the 88th percentile against all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: Which processor supports a wider range of memory types?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports only DDR5 memory.

Q: What are the integrated graphics solutions on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses Radeon 780M, and the Intel Core 7 251TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the release date for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U was released on April 1, 2024, and the Intel Core 7 251TE was released on January 12, 2025.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 7 251TE?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has a launch MSRP of $384.

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries comparing the two processors directly, and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no individual benchmark scores. The comparison therefore relies entirely on the Intel Core 7 251TE's recorded results and its nearest rival positions.

The Intel Core 7 251TE's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,518 places it in a competitive position against its nearest rivals. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H scores 41,621 on average, a 0.1% difference from the Core 7 251TE's average score of 41,650. The Intel Core i7-14650HX averages 41,576, just 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i7-12850HX averages 41,779, which is 0.3% ahead of the Core 7 251TE, and the Intel Core i7-14700T averages 41,914, 0.6% ahead. These tight margins show the Core 7 251TE sits within a narrow band of similar-performing processors.

The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3,602 for the Intel Core 7 251TE, combined with its PassMark single-thread score of 3,568, indicates strong sequential performance. The multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 25,518 versus the single-core score of 3,602 yields a multi-core to single-core ratio of roughly 7.1, which reflects the scaling from 24 cores and 32 threads.

The PassMark multithread score of 30,022 for the Intel processor further confirms its parallel capability. The data compression score of 334,399 stands out as the highest PassMark result among the Intel part's recorded tests, indicating particular strength in compression workloads. The integer math score of 125,739 and floating point math score of 85,607 show solid arithmetic performance. The encryption score of 22,176 and extended instructions score of 16,974 round out the processing profile.

# Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel Core 7 251TE uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part is a mobile segment processor, and the Intel part is a desktop segment processor.

Core and thread counts differ substantially: 8 cores and 16 threads for AMD versus 24 cores and 32 threads for Intel. Base clocks differ at 3.30 GHz for AMD and 1.40 GHz for Intel, while boost clocks differ at 5.10 GHz for AMD and 5.40 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings differ at 28 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel.

The process nodes differ at 4 nm for AMD (TSMC foundry) and 10 nm for Intel (Intel foundry). The AMD die measures 178 mm² with 25,000 million transistors, and the Intel die measures 215 mm².

Cache configurations differ across all levels. The AMD L1 cache is 64 KB per core, while Intel provides 80 KB per core. AMD L2 cache is 1 MB per core, while Intel provides 1.25 MB per core. AMD L3 cache is 16 MB shared, while Intel provides 36 MB shared.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe support differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 780M, and Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor belongs to the 8000 series with Zen 4 architecture and Hawk Point codename. The Intel processor uses Bartlett Lake codename. The AMD release date is April 1, 2024, and the Intel release date is January 12, 2025. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $384, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.