AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U and Intel Core Ultra 5 336H are both mobile processors aimed at different ends of the performance spectrum. The database contains benchmark scores for the Intel part, while the AMD part has no recorded benchmark results. This analysis relies on the available data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H and the architectural specifications of both chips to establish a comparison.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database provides a full suite of benchmark scores for the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H. No equivalent scores are recorded for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, so a direct numerical comparison is not possible from the recorded data. The Intel part’s results, however, place it clearly within a competitive segment.

In Cinebench R23, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H scores 23991 points in multicore and 3387 points in singlecore. The multicore result is the stronger of the two, indicating a substantial parallel workload capability. The singlecore result of 3387 is comparatively modest, suggesting that the chip’s architecture prioritizes throughput over peak single-thread speed.

Cinebench R20 shows a similar pattern: 10076 points multicore and 1422 points singlecore. The R15 run delivers 2418 multicore and 341 singlecore. These three successive Cinebench versions all show the same relationship, with the multicore score being roughly seven to eight times the singlecore score. That ratio is typical for a processor with many physical cores but moderate per-core clock speeds.

PassMark results reinforce this interpretation. The multithread score is 28545, while the single thread score is 4013. The data compression test records 280340, which is a very high figure, and the floating point math score is 82415. Integer math reaches 62070. The extended instructions test (likely AVX-512 or similar) returns 24542. Data encryption scores 21291, and the random string sorting test produces 34402. The physics test, which often reflects gaming-related simulation workloads, returns 2682. The find prime numbers test, which measures pure integer iteration, returns 299.

These numbers indicate that the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is a strong multithreaded performer. Its percentile rank of 84 among all CPUs places it above the vast majority of processors in the database. The average benchmark score of 34485 is the center of its recorded performance envelope.

The nearest rivals in the database are all within a narrow band. The Intel Core i7-13700HX averages 34554, which is 0.2% below the Core Ultra 5 336H. The Intel Core i5-13450HX averages 34333, a 0.4% difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X averages 34260, a 0.7% gap, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 averages 34222, an 0.8% difference. These four rivals are separated by less than one full percentage point from the Core Ultra 5 336H, indicating that this processor sits in a tightly contested performance tier.

FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H’s best benchmark result?

A: The highest recorded score is in the PassMark data compression test at 280340. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23991 is the strongest among the Cinebench runs.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The average benchmark score of 34485 is within 0.8% of all four nearest rivals. It is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700HX, 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13450HX, 0.7% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, and 0.8% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350.

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

A: No. The database lists no benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U. Its percentile rank is 50, and its average benchmark score is 0, meaning no recorded measurements exist.

Q: What is the single-thread performance of the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H?

A: The PassMark single thread score is 4013, and the Cinebench R23 singlecore score is 3387. These are moderate values, notably lower than the multicore results relative to other processors.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

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 Core Ultra 5 336H has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins in every recorded benchmark category, since no scores exist for the AMD part. Its strengths are concentrated in multithreaded and parallel workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23991 and the PassMark multithread score of 28545 both indicate a processor that can handle heavy rendering, compilation, or scientific computing tasks. The data compression score of 280340 is particularly strong, suggesting that file archiving and database workloads would perform well. The floating point math score of 82415 also points to capability in numerical simulations.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, with no recorded benchmarks, cannot be said to win any measured category. Its specifications, however, suggest a different design target. The 8 cores and 16 threads with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz indicate a part optimized for single-thread responsiveness and lower overall power draw. The Radeon 780M integrated graphics is a more substantial GPU solution than the Intel Xe3 Graphics, which could give the AMD part an advantage in graphics-heavy but not necessarily compute-heavy tasks. The ECC memory support is a feature absent on the Intel part, which matters for reliability-sensitive embedded deployments.

The Intel part’s 16-core, 16-thread configuration means no hyperthreading, but the higher core count gives it a raw parallel advantage. Its memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s exceeds the AMD part’s 89.6 GB/s, which helps in memory-bound workloads.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The AMD part has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

The TDP differs: the AMD part is rated at 28 watts, the Intel part at 25 watts. The AMD processor uses the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 2540. The AMD part supports ECC memory, the Intel part does not. The PCIe implementation differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes.

The memory bandwidth is higher on the Intel part at 115.2 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s for AMD. Both support dual-channel memory, but the Intel part adds LPDDR5X support alongside DDR5. The AMD part only lists DDR5.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 780M, Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. The release dates also differ, with the AMD part having a release date of 2024-04-01 and the Intel part having a release date of 2026-01-04.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on the Zen 4 architecture, with the codename Hawk Point. It belongs to the 8000 series and the Ryzen Embedded generation. The process node is 4 nm, fabricated by TSMC. The transistor count is 25,000 million, and the die size is 178 mm².

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses the Panther Lake architecture, with the codename Panther Lake. It belongs to the Core Ultra Series 3 and the Ultra 5 generation. The process node is 3 nm, fabricated by Intel. No transistor count or die size is recorded for the Intel part.

The cache structures differ substantially. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, and a larger L3 cache in total, though the per-core L3 ratio is comparable given the higher core count.

The memory controller differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel part’s PCIe Gen 5 support is a generation newer than AMD’s Gen 4, though it offers fewer lanes.

The AMD part supports ECC memory, which is critical for embedded and server-adjacent workloads. The Intel part does not. The Intel part’s process node of 3 nm is smaller than AMD’s 4 nm, which typically allows for higher density and efficiency, though the AMD part has a higher boost clock.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is a high-performance mobile processor, ranked in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 34485 places it in a tight cluster with processors like the Intel Core i7-13700HX and AMD Ryzen 7 3700X. The multicore results, especially the Cinebench R23 score of 23991 and the PassMark multithread score of 28545, confirm that this is a chip for parallel workloads.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark scores in the database, so no direct performance comparison is possible. Its specifications show a lower core count (8 versus 16) but a higher boost clock (5.10 GHz versus 4.60 GHz) and lower TDP (28 watts versus 25 watts). The AMD part’s ECC memory support and Radeon 780M graphics make it suited for embedded reliability-focused roles, while the Intel part’s higher core count, larger caches, and faster memory bandwidth point toward general-purpose mobile compute.

For users or systems that rely on measured performance, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is the only part with recorded data, and that data shows a strong multithreaded performer. For embedded applications requiring ECC memory and a higher boost clock, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U offers those features, but its actual performance remains unquantified in this database.