AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245T Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts differ between the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has 14 cores and 14 threads. The AMD part uses simultaneous multithreading to double its thread count, whereas the Intel part does not.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X reaches a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, compared to the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T's boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The AMD part also has a higher base clock at 4.40 GHz versus 2.20 GHz for the Intel.

Q: What are the power consumption figures for these two desktop processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has a TDP of 120 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel part is rated for substantially lower power draw.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T support ECC memory. They also both support DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X is built on a 4 nm process, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T uses a 3 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has an average benchmark score of 38,194, placing it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 250 with an average score of 38,221, a delta of -0.1%. It also sits near the Intel Core i5-14490F (38,149, +0.1%), the Intel Core i5-13600HX (38,261, -0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38,103, +0.2%).

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, built on the Zen 5 architecture. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T is part of the Core Ultra Series 2, using the Arrow Lake-S codename with the Arrow Lake architecture. Both processors are actively produced for the desktop market segment.

The manufacturing processes differ: AMD uses a 4 nm node while Intel uses a 3 nm node, both at TSMC. The transistor counts are close, with AMD at 16,630 million and Intel at 17,800 million. The die layout diverges significantly: the AMD processor uses a chiplet design with 2x 70.6 mm² dies, while the Intel processor uses a monolithic 243 mm² die.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 64 MB L3 cache. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T offers 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. The AMD part has more than double the total L3 cache, which can benefit workloads with large working sets.

The AMD processor includes Radeon Graphics as its integrated GPU. The Intel part features Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units. Both support DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, but memory bandwidth differs: AMD lists 89.6 GB/s while Intel lists 102.4 GB/s. PCIe connectivity also varies, with AMD providing Gen 5 with 24 CPU lanes and Intel providing Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has a locked multiplier. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1851.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no recorded benchmark scores. This makes a direct numerical comparison impossible for the AMD part. However, the Intel processor's results can be interpreted relative to its nearest rivals.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T scores 2,641 points. In the single-core test, it records 372 points. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 11,007 and the single-core score is 1,553. The Cinebench R23 results show 26,208 for multi-core and 3,699 for single-core. These results demonstrate a strong multi-threaded showing for a 14-core, 14-thread processor.

The PassMark suite provides additional detail. In multi-thread testing, the Intel part scores 30,833, while single-thread performance is 4,367. Integer math scores 88,676, floating-point math scores 108,499, and extended instructions score 22,071. Data compression reaches 283,812, while data encryption scores 23,656. Find prime numbers returns 324, physics scores 2,278, and random string sorting scores 34,931.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T's average benchmark score of 38,194 places it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 250, scores 38,221, which is only 0.1% higher. The Intel Core i5-14490F scores 38,149, a 0.1% delta below the 245T. The Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38,261, 0.2% above, and the Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38,103, 0.2% below. These narrow deltas indicate that the Core Ultra 5 245T sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no benchmark entries in the database, its percentile of 50 is a placeholder rather than a measured result. The data cannot confirm how the AMD part performs relative to the Intel part in any specific workload.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T uses 14 cores and 14 threads. Base clocks are 4.40 GHz for AMD and 2.20 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.60 GHz for AMD and 5.10 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings are 120 watts for AMD and 65 watts for Intel.

The process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD, 3 nm for Intel. Transistor counts are 16,630 million for AMD and 17,800 million for Intel. Die sizes are 2x 70.6 mm² for AMD and 243 mm² for Intel. L1 cache per core is 80 KB for AMD and 192 KB for Intel. L2 cache per core is 1 MB for AMD and 3 MB for Intel. L3 cache is 64 MB for AMD and 24 MB for Intel.

Memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s for AMD and 102.4 GB/s for Intel. PCIe lanes are 24 for AMD and 20 for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon Graphics for AMD and Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU for Intel. The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD part and locked on the Intel part. Release dates are October 6, 2025 for AMD and January 6, 2025 for Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $270, while the AMD part has no listed MSRP. The AMD part number is 100-000000662E, and the Intel part number is SRVFF.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has a measured average benchmark score of 38,194 and sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals all fall within a 0.2% delta, confirming that this processor delivers solid mainstream desktop performance. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no benchmark scores in the database, so its relative performance cannot be assessed from the data.

For users who require ECC memory support, both processors qualify. The AMD part offers more threads, a higher boost clock, and a larger L3 cache. The Intel part offers a lower TDP, more L1 and L2 cache per core, higher memory bandwidth, and a more recent release date. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, which suits overclocking scenarios. The Intel processor has a locked multiplier but carries a launch MSRP of $270.

The choice between these two depends on which specifications matter more. The data does not provide a performance winner because only one side has benchmark results. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T is the only one of the two with recorded scores, and those scores place it near several closely matched rivals. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X remains a specification-based entry without measured data in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T wins on power efficiency based on TDP, drawing 65 watts versus 120 watts for the AMD part. It also provides higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s and more L1 and L2 cache per core. Its Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units offers a defined GPU configuration. The Intel part has an established benchmark record, with an average score of 38,194 and a position at the 86th percentile, which gives it a verified performance baseline.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X wins on thread count with 24 threads versus 14, which can benefit heavily parallel workloads. Its boost clock of 5.60 GHz exceeds the Intel part's 5.10 GHz. The 64 MB L3 cache is substantially larger than the 24 MB on the Intel part. The AMD processor also has more PCIe lanes at 24 versus 20, supports an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform.

In single-thread and multi-thread workloads, the Intel part's measured scores provide a reference point. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,208 and single-core score of 3,699 indicate balanced performance. The PassMark multi-thread score of 30,833 and single-thread score of 4,367 confirm this. However, without AMD benchmark data, no direct win can be assigned to the Ryzen Embedded 9900X in any specific test.

The database shows that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T competes closely with four other processors, all within 0.2% of its average score. This places it in a well-populated performance tier. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no such positioning data, so its competitive standing remains undefined. For workloads where thread count, L3 cache size, or overclocking flexibility are priorities, the AMD part has the specification advantage. For workloads where power draw, memory bandwidth, or verified benchmark performance are priorities, the Intel part holds the advantage.