AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T Comparison

AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS and Intel Core Ultra 5 225T occupy different positions in the processor landscape, one aimed at embedded mobile systems and the other at desktop computing. The database contains benchmark results for the Intel part, while the AMD processor has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the analysis, but the specification sheets still allow a detailed comparison of architecture, features, and intended use.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is the only one of the two with recorded performance data. Its Cinebench results show a strong multi-core showing: 21,971 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 9,227 in R20 multi-core, and 2,214 in R15 multi-core. Single-core scores are 3,101 in R23, 1,302 in R20, and 312 in R15. These numbers place the Ultra 5 225T at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 30,468.

The nearest rivals in the database help contextualize this performance. The Intel Core i9-11980HK averages 30,422, which is 0.2% behind the Ultra 5 225T. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS scores 30,390, a 0.3% deficit. The AMD Ryzen 7 7736U also trails by 0.3% with a score of 30,364. The Intel Core i5-13600H edges ahead by 0.3% with 30,548. These margins are narrow, indicating that the Ultra 5 225T performs in a tightly contested band of mid-range and upper-mid-range processors.

PassMark results further characterize the Intel chip. Multi-thread performance reaches 25,358, while single-thread performance is 4,348. Integer math scores 59,543, floating point math scores 82,751, and extended instructions score 20,083. Data compression achieves 233,998, data encryption reaches 18,289, and random string sorting hits 28,774. Physics simulation scores 2,053, and prime number finding scores 284.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS has no benchmark entries, direct head-to-head comparisons cannot be made from measured data. The database records zero wins for the AMD part and zero wins for the Intel part in head-to-head tests. What can be compared are the architectural and specification differences, which are substantial.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T does not support ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the PCIe generation difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part offers a newer PCIe generation.

Q: How do the core counts differ?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads. The AMD processor supports simultaneous multithreading, doubling its thread count, while the Intel processor does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T's boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Q: What are the integrated graphics solutions?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS includes Radeon 780M graphics, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU.

Q: Which processor was released more recently?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has a release date of 2024-12-31, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS has a release date of 2024-04-01. The Intel part is newer by several months.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS uses the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Hawk Point, and belongs to the 8000 series. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses the Arrow Lake architecture, codenamed Arrow Lake-S, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2. It is built on a 3 nm process, also at TSMC, with 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die.

The process node difference is notable: 4 nm versus 3 nm. Despite the smaller process, the Intel die is larger at 243 mm² compared to 178 mm², and it packs fewer transistors. This suggests different design priorities and possibly different transistor densities.

Cache organization differs significantly. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part offers more cache per core at every level and a larger total L3 cache.

Threading architecture is a fundamental difference. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, using simultaneous multithreading. The Intel part has 10 cores and 10 threads, with no multithreading. This means the AMD processor can handle more concurrent threads, while the Intel processor has more physical cores but fewer logical threads.

The integrated graphics differ in brand and capability. AMD uses Radeon 780M, while Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU. Both are integrated solutions, but the AMD part's graphics are typically associated with higher performance tiers in the database's architecture notes.

Memory support is DDR5 for both, with dual-channel memory buses. Memory bandwidth differs: the AMD processor has 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel processor has 102.4 GB/s. The Intel part has a higher theoretical memory bandwidth.

ECC memory support is another divider. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS supports ECC memory, which is common for embedded and server-adjacent workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T does not support ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The AMD part has a higher base clock by 1.30 GHz and a higher boost clock by 0.20 GHz.

Thermal design power differs. The AMD processor has a TDP of 45 watts, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel part draws more power according to its TDP rating.

Sockets are incompatible. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1851. These are distinct physical sockets with no interchangeability.

Market segments differ. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS targets the mobile embedded segment. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T targets the desktop segment.

Process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD, 3 nm for Intel. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Transistor counts differ: 25,000 million for AMD, 17,800 million for Intel. Die size differs: 178 mm² for AMD, 243 mm² for Intel.

PCIe support differs by generation: Gen 4 for AMD, Gen 5 for Intel. Both have 20 lanes available from the CPU.

Memory bandwidth differs: 89.6 GB/s for AMD, 102.4 GB/s for Intel.

ECC memory support differs: yes for AMD, no for Intel.

Release dates differ: 2024-04-01 for AMD, 2024-12-31 for Intel.

Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they are not unlocked for overclocking.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS wins on thread count. With 16 threads versus 10, it can handle more simultaneous workloads, which benefits heavily threaded applications like virtualization, compilation, and rendering tasks that scale with thread count. The higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz also gives it an advantage in lightly threaded workloads where single-core speed matters.

The AMD part also wins on power efficiency in terms of TDP. At 45 watts versus 65 watts, it draws less power according to its TDP rating, which is critical for embedded systems with limited cooling or battery constraints.

ECC memory support gives the AMD processor an edge in reliability-sensitive applications such as data processing, financial computing, and long-running unattended systems. Error correction prevents silent data corruption in memory.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins on physical core count with 10 cores versus 8. For workloads that do not use multithreading, more physical cores can provide better performance scaling. The higher memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s gives it an advantage in memory-intensive tasks.

PCIe Gen 5 support is a clear Intel win. The newer PCIe generation offers double the bandwidth per lane compared to Gen 4, which benefits high-speed storage devices and add-in cards that use the PCIe interface.

The larger L3 cache of 20 MB versus 16 MB gives the Intel part an advantage in workloads with large working sets that fit within the cache. Per-core L2 cache is also larger at 3 MB versus 1 MB.

The Intel processor's 82nd percentile ranking in the database, with an average benchmark score of 30,468, places it above most CPUs. Its nearest rivals, all within 0.3% of its score, confirm it sits in a competitive performance cluster.

The Verdict

The data shows two processors designed for different environments. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS targets mobile embedded systems where power consumption, ECC memory, and high thread counts matter. Its 45 watt TDP, 16 threads, and ECC support align with industrial computing, network appliances, and compact server applications where reliability and thermal constraints are primary.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T targets desktop systems with a 65 watt TDP, 10 physical cores, PCIe Gen 5, and higher memory bandwidth. Its benchmark scores place it at the 82nd percentile, with an average score of 30,468, closely matching the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30,422, 0.2% ahead of that rival) and the Intel Core i5-13600H (30,548, 0.3% ahead of this part). These results indicate strong multi-core and single-core performance for desktop workloads.

For users prioritizing thread-heavy embedded workloads with ECC memory, the AMD processor is the clear choice based on specifications. Its 16 threads, higher boost clock, and ECC support are decisive factors. For users prioritizing newer PCIe connectivity, larger caches, and verified benchmark performance, the Intel processor is the data-backed option.

The absence of benchmark data for the AMD part limits direct performance conclusions. The Intel part has measurable results, while the AMD part has none recorded. This does not imply the AMD processor is slower, only that the database lacks measurements for it.

Both processors share DDR5 memory support and dual-channel memory buses, but differ in almost every other specification. The 4 nm AMD process versus the 3 nm Intel process, the 25,000 million transistors on 178 mm² versus 17,800 million on 243 mm², and the distinct cache hierarchies all point to divergent design philosophies.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8845HS is built for efficiency and thread density. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is built for desktop performance with newer I/O standards. The database records no price information for either, so the choice rests entirely on workload requirements, platform compatibility, and the features each processor brings to its respective socket.