AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245 Comparison

AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D, as its benchmark arrays are empty and its average score is recorded as 0. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245, however, has a full set of measurements, including an average benchmark score of 48,995, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs tracked. This lack of recorded data for the AMD part means no direct numerical comparison can be made between the two processors. The analysis below focuses on the available Intel measurements and the architectural and specification differences between the two parts as recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Since the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no benchmark scores in the database, the head-to-head comparison is incomplete. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 delivers a set of measured results that establish its performance profile. In Cinebench R23, the Intel part scores 32,924 points in multi-core and 4,648 points in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 13,828 multi-core and 1,952 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 3,318 multi-core and 468 single-core. These results indicate a processor that scales well from single-threaded to multi-threaded workloads, with the multi-core scores roughly seven times the single-core scores across all three Cinebench versions.

The PassMark suite provides additional granularity. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 records 38,706 in multithread performance and 4,394 in single-thread performance. In integer math, it scores 91,187, while floating point math reaches 120,548. Data compression scores 400,942, and data encryption scores 30,236. Extended instructions score 33,304, and find prime numbers scores 365. Random string sorting records 49,140, and physics scores 2,569. The floating point math score is notably higher than integer math, indicating strong vector or FPU throughput. The encryption score is relatively low compared to compression, which may reflect the workload characteristics of the test rather than a specific hardware limitation.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G with an average score of 49,196, which is 0.4 percent higher, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 with an average score of 49,228, which is 0.5 percent higher. Both AMD rivals outperform the Intel part by a small margin. On the other side, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48,698, which is 0.6 percent lower, and the Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48,618, which is 0.8 percent lower. These deltas show that the Core Ultra 5 245 sits in a tightly packed competitive band where the difference between the nearest faster and slower rivals is less than one percent in either direction. The data positions the Intel part as a middle-ground performer within this specific group.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no recorded scores, its percentile is listed as 50, which is the midpoint by default rather than a measured performance indicator. The Intel part, by contrast, has a measured percentile of 90, meaning it ranks above 90 percent of all CPUs in the database. This percentile difference is based on complete data for the Intel part and absent data for the AMD part, so it should not be read as a direct performance gap. The benchmark data confirms the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a functional, measurable processor, but the AMD side of this comparison remains unquantified.

Where Each One Wins

For the Intel Core Ultra 5 245, the recorded benchmark wins are distributed across several workload types. The largest single score is in data compression at 400,942, which suggests strong performance in file compression and decompression tasks. Floating point math at 120,548 is the second-largest score, indicating capability in scientific and numerically intensive workloads. Integer math at 91,187 is lower but still substantial. Random string sorting at 49,140 and multithread at 38,706 round out the higher-tier results. The single-thread score of 4,394 and the Cinebench single-core scores indicate that the part also handles lightly threaded applications with reasonable efficiency, though the multi-core Cinebench scores show more headroom when all 14 threads are engaged.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no benchmark wins recorded in the database, so there is no measured data to identify where it excels. Its architectural profile, however, can be described qualitatively. It uses 16 cores and 32 threads, which is more than the Intel part's 14 cores and 14 threads. The AMD processor also has a much larger L3 cache at 128 MB compared to 24 MB on the Intel part, and it includes 3D V-Cache technology as implied by the X3D designation in its name, though the specific cache size for the 3D V-Cache layer is not recorded. These features, combined with a boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 5.10 GHz on the Intel part, suggest the AMD processor is designed for workloads that benefit from high core counts and large cache capacities, such as certain server or embedded applications. Without benchmark data, however, these advantages cannot be confirmed numerically.

The Intel part wins in portability and power efficiency based on the specification data. It has a TDP of 65 watts compared to 170 watts for the AMD part, making it a lower-power option. The Intel part also has a higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s for the AMD part, which could benefit memory-intensive workloads. The Intel processor uses a 3 nm process node, while the AMD processor uses a 4 nm node, both from TSMC. These factors point to the Intel part being better suited for environments where power draw and thermal output are constrained, while the AMD part, on paper, targets maximum compute throughput.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear but limited verdict. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a fully measured processor with a 90th percentile ranking, an average benchmark score of 48,995, and a set of nearest rivals all within one percent of its score. It is a solid mid-to-upper tier desktop processor based on the recorded benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no benchmark data, an average score of 0, and a default 50th percentile, so no performance claims can be made for it from this database. Any user selecting between these two parts would have to rely on the architectural specifications, as the benchmark comparison is incomplete.

From the specification side, the AMD part offers more cores, more threads, a higher boost clock, a larger L3 cache, and a higher TDP, indicating it is built for heavier multi-threaded or cache-sensitive workloads. The Intel part offers a lower TDP, a smaller process node, higher memory bandwidth, and a lower launch MSRP of $270, which may make it more accessible for general desktop use. The Intel part also has a locked multiplier, while the AMD part is multiplier-unlocked, which matters for overclocking scenarios. The verdict, strictly from the data, is that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is the only one of the two with measurable benchmark performance, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D remains an unquantified alternative with a stronger theoretical specification sheet.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48,995.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the benchmark array for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D is empty, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

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

A: It is 0.4 percent slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, 0.5 percent slower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, 0.6 percent faster than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, and 0.8 percent faster than the Intel Core i5-14600K.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has a TDP of 170 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has 14 cores and 14 threads.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 128 MB of L3 cache, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename with a Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 16,630 million transistors spread across a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 and uses the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC, with 17,800 million transistors on a die size of 243 mm². The Intel part has more transistors and a larger die, despite the smaller process node.

The cache hierarchies differ significantly. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has a much larger L3 cache, which is a key architectural feature, especially for a processor with the X3D designation. The Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, which can benefit single-threaded performance.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D uses Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units. The AMD part supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes. Both support DDR5 memory and ECC memory, and both use a dual-channel memory bus. The AMD part is multiplier-unlocked, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD part has a release date of October 6, 2025, and the Intel part has a release date of January 6, 2025.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ, with the AMD part offering 16 cores and 32 threads versus 14 cores and 14 threads for the Intel part. The base clock is 4.30 GHz for the AMD part and 3.50 GHz for the Intel part. The boost clock is 5.70 GHz for the AMD part and 5.10 GHz for the Intel part. The TDP is 170 watts for the AMD part and 65 watts for the Intel part. The process node is 4 nm for the AMD part and 3 nm for the Intel part, both from TSMC.

Memory bandwidth is higher on the Intel part at 102.4 GB/s, compared to 89.6 GB/s on the AMD part. The AMD part uses Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Socket 1851. The PCIe lane count differs, with 24 lanes for the AMD part and 20 lanes for the Intel part, both Gen 5. The integrated graphics are Radeon Graphics on the AMD part and Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU on the Intel part. The AMD part is multiplier-unlocked, and the Intel part is not. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $270, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers are 100-000000719E for the AMD part and SRVFE for the Intel part.