AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D and the Intel Core 5 330. The AMD processor has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core 5 330 has a full suite of 17 benchmark results. This asymmetry means the comparison relies entirely on the Intel part's measured performance and the AMD part's architectural specifications.

The Intel Core 5 330 posts an average benchmark score of 18345, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are all Intel parts: the Core i3-14100 scores 18318 (0.1% behind), the Core 7 360 scores 18374 (0.2% ahead), the Core i3-13100 scores 18380 (0.2% ahead), and the Core 3 305 scores 18302 (0.2% behind). The Core 5 330 effectively sits in a tight cluster where a 0.2% swing separates the four closest competitors.

Looking at the Core 5 330's individual benchmark results, the strongest showing comes in Cinebench R23 multicore with a score of 13150. The single-core result in the same test reaches 1856. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 5523 and single-core is 779. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 1325 multicore and 186 single-core.

The PassMark suite reveals workload-specific strengths. Data compression scores 145287, which is by far the highest raw number in the suite. Floating point math reaches 43885, while integer math hits 33258. Random string sorting records 17771, and multithread performance scores 15471. Extended instructions score 12808, data encryption scores 11076, and single-thread performance is measured at 4088 in both PassMark single-thread tests. Physics scores 1201, and find prime numbers scores 114.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmarks, the head-to-head comparison cannot show wins for either side. The database lists zero wins for each processor. Any performance analysis must therefore be qualitative, based on the architectural differences documented in the specification fields.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, built on the Zen 5 architecture. The Intel Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, belonging to the Core 5 generation. Both are active production parts, but their target platforms diverge sharply.

The AMD part is a desktop processor on AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part is a mobile processor on Intel BGA 1516. This platform difference drives nearly every other specification gap. The AMD chip has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel chip has 6 cores and 6 threads. That is a 2-to-1 core advantage and a 4-to-1 thread advantage for AMD, indicating simultaneous multithreading on the AMD side and none on the Intel side.

Process technology differs by one node generation. The AMD chip uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel chip uses a 3 nm process from Intel's own foundry. The AMD chip contains 16,630 million transistors across a dual-die design with each die measuring 70.6 mm². The Intel chip has no transistor count or die size listed in the database.

Cache hierarchies are structured very differently. The AMD chip provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and a total of 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel chip provides 192 KB of L1 cache (presumably shared across the whole chip), 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The L3 gap is enormous: 128 MB versus 6 MB, a >20x difference. This strongly suggests the AMD part uses 3D V-Cache technology, though the database does not explicitly list a vCache3d field for this part.

Memory support differs in both type and channel configuration. The AMD chip supports DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus and a peak bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but uses a single-channel memory bus, capping bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not.

PCIe connectivity shows another tier gap. The AMD chip provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon Graphics, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Clock speeds reveal a different operating envelope. The AMD chip has a 4.40 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The Intel chip has a 1.50 GHz base clock and a 4.60 GHz boost clock. The AMD chip's base clock is nearly 3x higher, and its boost clock is nearly 1 GHz higher. The AMD chip has a 120 W TDP, while the Intel chip has a 15 W TDP, an 8x difference that reflects the desktop versus mobile positioning.

The AMD multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking. The Intel multiplier is locked. The AMD part number is 100-000001368E, and the Intel part number is SAE3G. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD chip has no launch MSRP listed.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 5 330 wins in any scenario where measured benchmarks exist. It has a complete benchmark suite and a 72nd percentile ranking. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no benchmark scores, so the database cannot confirm any measured win for it.

The Intel part's benchmark profile suggests specific strengths. The data compression score of 145287 is exceptionally strong relative to its other results, indicating that compression workloads play to its architectural strengths. Floating point math at 43885 and integer math at 33258 show balanced general compute capability. Single-thread performance at 4088 indicates solid per-core throughput for lightly threaded tasks.

The AMD part's specification sheet suggests where it would likely win if benchmarks existed, but this remains unconfirmed. The 12-core/24-thread configuration with a 128 MB L3 cache and 5.50 GHz boost clock points toward heavily threaded workloads and cache-sensitive applications. The dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes indicate a platform designed for high-throughput desktop tasks.

The Intel part's 6 MB L3 cache and single-channel memory limit its ceiling in memory-bandwidth-sensitive workloads, but its 3 nm process and 15 W TDP make it suitable for power-constrained mobile environments. The AMD part's 120 W TDP and 4 nm process target a completely different use case: embedded desktop systems where power draw is less critical than raw compute.

The nearest rival data for the Intel part shows it is essentially tied with the Core i3-14100, Core 7 360, Core i3-13100, and Core 3 305. All four sit within 0.2% of the Core 5 330's average score. This clustering means the Core 5 330 offers no meaningful performance advantage over its immediate Intel siblings, but also no disadvantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part offers twice the core count and four times the thread count.

Q: What is the cache configuration difference?

A: The AMD part provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part provides 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD L3 cache is over 20 times larger.

Q: How do their memory systems compare?

A: The AMD part uses dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. The Intel part uses single-channel DDR5 or LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD part has a 4.40 GHz base clock and 5.50 GHz boost clock. The Intel part has a 1.50 GHz base clock and 4.60 GHz boost clock. The AMD base clock is nearly 3x higher.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a 120 W TDP. The Intel Core 5 330 has a 15 W TDP. The Intel part draws 8x less power.

Q: Does the Intel part have any benchmark data?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 330 has 17 recorded benchmark scores with an average of 18345, placing it in the 72nd percentile. The AMD part has no recorded benchmarks in the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports only one definitive conclusion: the Intel Core 5 330 is a measured, benchmarked processor with a 72nd percentile ranking, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no measured performance data in the database. For any buyer relying on verified benchmark numbers, the Intel part is the only one with evidence of real-world performance.

The Intel part's average score of 18345 places it in a dead heat with its four nearest rivals, all within 0.2%. This is a processor that delivers consistent, predictable performance in its class. Its 15 W TDP and mobile BGA 1516 socket make it suitable for compact, power-efficient systems. The 3 nm Intel process and 4.60 GHz boost clock provide respectable single-thread performance, as shown by the 4088 PassMark single-thread score.

The AMD part targets a different market entirely. Its 120 W TDP, AM5 desktop socket, 12 cores, 24 threads, 128 MB L3 cache, dual-channel memory, and PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes describe a high-end embedded desktop processor. The 5.50 GHz boost clock and unlocked multiplier indicate a performance-first design. The lack of benchmark data means its actual performance cannot be verified, but the specifications suggest it is built for workloads that demand massive cache and thread counts.

The release dates show the AMD part launched on 2025-10-06, while the Intel part launches on 2026-04-15. The Intel part is the newer product by roughly six months. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP.

For a builder who needs a verified, power-efficient mobile processor with a defined performance profile, the Intel Core 5 330 is the defensible choice. For a builder who needs an embedded desktop processor with maximum core count, cache, and memory bandwidth, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has the superior specification sheet, but no measured confirmation. The database cannot award either processor a win in head-to-head testing because no head-to-head results exist.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |

| Cores | 12 | 6 |

| Threads | 24 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 4.40 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Wildcat Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5) | Core 5 |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (Intel) |

| Transistors | 16,630 million | Not listed |

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

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 Cache | 128 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001368E | SAE3G |

| Release Date | 2025-10-06 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $309 |