AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X and the Intel Core i5-110. Both processors show an average benchmark score of zero and a percentile rank of 50 when compared against all CPUs in the database. This absence of direct measurement data means the comparison must rely on the architectural specifications and feature sets recorded for each part.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X carries 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-110 provides 6 cores and 12 threads. The core count difference alone suggests a substantial advantage for the AMD part in multi-threaded workloads, though no empirical scores exist to quantify that advantage. The AMD processor also operates at a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, compared to the Intel part's base of 2.90 GHz and boost of 4.30 GHz. Clock speed deltas of 1.50 GHz at base and 1.30 GHz at boost indicate the AMD unit should sustain higher throughput in single-threaded tasks as well, assuming IPC parity, but the database holds no measured confirmation.

Cache configuration further differentiates the two. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-110 offers 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The AMD part's L3 cache, at 64 MB, is more than five times larger than the Intel part's 12 MB. Larger cache pools typically reduce memory latency and improve hit rates in data-heavy workloads, but without benchmark results, this remains a qualitative observation from the recorded specifications.

Memory bandwidth shows a similar pattern. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports DDR4 memory, also dual-channel, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The AMD part's bandwidth figure is more than double that of the Intel part, which may benefit memory-intensive operations such as large dataset processing, virtualization, or scientific computing. Again, no measured benchmark confirms this, but the raw specification difference is clear.

The absence of head-to-head benchmark entries means the database cannot show wins for either processor. The winsA and winsB fields both record zero. This analysis therefore focuses on what the recorded data permits: a specification-driven comparison with explicit acknowledgment that performance measurements are unavailable.

Where Each One Wins

Without benchmark scores, wins must be inferred from recorded specifications. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X likely leads in scenarios that demand high core counts, large caches, and fast memory. Its 12 cores and 24 threads suit multi-threaded workloads such as video rendering, compilation, server-side processing, and heavy virtualization. The 64 MB L3 cache helps workloads with moderate to large working sets, while DDR5 memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth supports data streaming and high-throughput applications. The boost clock of 5.60 GHz also positions it for single-threaded tasks that benefit from high frequency, such as simulation or certain physics calculations.

The Intel Core i5-110, with 6 cores and 12 threads, targets lighter workloads. Its 65 W TDP, versus the AMD part's 120 W TDP, suggests lower power draw and potentially easier cooling requirements. The Intel part uses DDR4 memory with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, which is sufficient for typical desktop productivity, office applications, and light content creation. Its boost clock of 4.30 GHz still provides reasonable single-thread performance for everyday tasks. The Intel part also includes UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics, whereas the AMD part uses Radeon Graphics, though no benchmark data compares their graphical capabilities.

The Intel Core i5-110 fits scenarios where power efficiency matters more than raw throughput. A 65 W TDP compared to 120 W means the Intel part may suit compact systems, fanless designs, or environments with thermal constraints. The AMD part, with its higher TDP and 24 threads, better fits systems where performance is the priority and cooling is not a limitation.

Memory type also dictates platform choices. The AMD part requires DDR5, while the Intel part uses DDR4. Systems already equipped with DDR4 memory might favor the Intel part for cost of platform migration, though the database does not record pricing for the AMD unit. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $200, stated once here as recorded.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, based on Zen 5 architecture. The Intel Core i5-110 uses the Comet Lake architecture, also listed as its codename. The manufacturing process differs significantly: the AMD part is built on a 4 nm node at TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 14 nm node at Intel. This process gap of 10 nm likely contributes to differences in transistor density, power efficiency, and clock headroom, though the database does not record die size or transistor count for the Intel part.

The AMD processor integrates 16,630 million transistors across two chiplets, each with a die size of 70.6 mm². The Intel processor's transistor count and die size are not recorded. The AMD part's chiplet design, implied by the two-die structure, differs from the Intel part's monolithic approach typical of Comet Lake, though the database does not explicitly state the Intel die layout.

Cache architecture differs as well. The AMD part uses per-core L1 of 80 KB and per-core L2 of 1 MB, with 64 MB of L3. The Intel part uses per-core L1 of 64 KB and per-core L2 of 256 KB, with 12 MB of shared L3. The L3 cache in the Intel part is shared across all cores, while the AMD part's L3 organization is recorded simply as 64 MB without specifying shared or per-CCX distribution.

Memory support diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5, dual-channel, with ECC memory support enabled. The Intel part supports DDR4, dual-channel, with no ECC support. ECC memory can be critical for servers, workstations, and reliability-focused embedded applications, giving the AMD part an advantage in those segments.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The newer PCIe Gen 5 standard offers higher bandwidth per lane, and the AMD part has more lanes available, which benefits high-speed storage, GPUs, and networking cards.

Integrated graphics differ: the AMD part includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel part includes UHD Graphics 630. No benchmark or specification data compares their performance, so only the presence of integrated graphics is recorded.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking. The Intel processor has a locked multiplier, preventing overclocking. This difference matters for enthusiasts and system integrators seeking frequency tuning.

Production status for both is recorded as Active. Release dates are close: the Intel Core i5-110 released on 2025-09-10, and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X released on 2025-10-06. Both are current products in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core i5-110 supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel bus and 42.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-110 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the process nodes for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X uses a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-110 uses a 14 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The Intel Core i5-110 has a boost clock of 4.30 GHz.

Q: Are the multipliers unlocked on either processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-110 has a locked multiplier.

Q: What PCIe versions and lane counts do they offer?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X provides PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Core i5-110 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X | Intel Core i5-110 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 12 | 6 |

| Threads | 24 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 4.40 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.60 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) | Comet Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 16,630 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 256 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 630 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2025-10-06 | 2025-09-10 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $200 |

| Part Number | 100-000000662E | SA35X |

The specification table highlights the core differences. The AMD part doubles the core and thread count, offers significantly higher clocks, uses a newer process node, provides more than five times the L3 cache, doubles the memory bandwidth, supports ECC, offers newer PCIe with more lanes, and has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part operates at a lower TDP, uses an older socket, and has a recorded launch MSRP of $200.

The database records no benchmark scores for either processor, so the percentile rank of 50 for both reflects a neutral position within the database's CPU ranking. The absence of head-to-head data means the comparison presented here is strictly specification-based. The higher core count, clock speeds, cache size, memory bandwidth, and PCIe capability of the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X suggest it is positioned for more demanding workloads. The Intel Core i5-110's lower TDP and locked multiplier position it for power-sensitive or cost-constrained systems, though only the Intel part has a recorded price, and that price appears once here as launch MSRP.