AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 vs Intel Core i3-4150T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clean sweep for the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 across all five shared benchmark tests. The Intel Core i3-4150T does not win a single head-to-head comparison, with the AMD part taking all five wins. The margins are consistent and meaningful, clustering tightly around a 13% advantage for the Ryzen part.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen Embedded R1600 scores 280 against 244 for the Core i3-4150T, a 12.9% lead. That same 12.9% delta appears again in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the AMD chip posts 1169 versus 1018. The pattern holds in Cinebench R23 multi-core: 2784 for the Ryzen, 2425 for the Intel, again 12.9% ahead.

Single-threaded results tell the same story. Cinebench R20 single-core shows the Ryzen at 165 points versus 143 for the Core i3-4150T, a 13.3% advantage. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the AMD part scores 393 against 342, a 13% lead. These are not isolated wins in one workload type; the Ryzen Embedded R1600 is consistently faster in both multi-threaded and single-threaded rendering tests.

The average benchmark score in the database slightly favors the Intel part at 975 versus 958 for the AMD, but that aggregate includes a Geekbench result for the Intel chip that has no direct AMD counterpart in the head-to-head set. The direct comparisons, which use identical test suites, all favor AMD.

Both processors sit at the 26th percentile versus all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy a similar performance tier overall. The nearest rivals for the Core i3-4150T include the AMD Athlon X4 840, Intel Core i3-4130, and AMD A10-7870K, all with an average score of 975 and a delta of 0%. The Ryzen Embedded R1600's nearest rivals are the AMD Opteron 4386 and Intel Core i7-950, each at 957 with a 0.1% delta. This places both chips in the same performance neighborhood, though the direct head-to-head data shows the AMD part has the edge.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural eras and design philosophies. The Intel Core i3-4150T is built on the Haswell architecture using a 22 nm process at Intel's foundry. It packs 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 uses the Zen architecture, fabricated on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries, with 3,500 million transistors on a 148 mm² die. The AMD chip packs more than double the transistor count on a smaller die, reflecting the newer process technology.

Core and cache configurations differ significantly. Both chips have 2 physical cores and 4 threads, but the cache hierarchy is different. The Intel part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 3 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen chip has a larger cache at every level, which contributes to its performance advantage in the benchmark data.

Clock speeds also differ. The Core i3-4150T runs at a fixed 2.90 GHz base clock with no boost capability. The Ryzen Embedded R1600 has a 2.60 GHz base clock but boosts up to 3.10 GHz. Despite the lower base clock, the AMD part's boost capability and architectural efficiency allow it to outperform the Intel chip in the recorded tests.

Memory support is another major divergence. The Intel part supports DDR3 memory on a dual-channel bus, while the AMD part supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and a rated memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Intel part does not support ECC memory; the AMD part does. This makes the Ryzen Embedded R1600 more suitable for reliability-focused embedded workloads.

The integrated graphics situation is reversed. The Intel Core i3-4150T includes Intel HD 4400 integrated graphics, while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 has no integrated graphics at all. The Intel part uses a PCIe Gen 3 connection, as does the AMD part, though the AMD chip specifies 8 lanes for CPU-only use.

Socket and platform details differ completely. The Intel part uses the Intel Socket 1150, while the AMD part uses the AMD Socket FP5. The Intel chip is classified as a Desktop segment product, while the AMD chip is classified as Mobile. The AMD part remains in active production, and its part number is recorded as YE1600C4T2OFG.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 wins in every benchmark category where both chips were tested. It is faster in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, and also faster in the R20 and R23 single-core tests. The margins range from 12.9% to 13.3%, making this a consistent, across-the-board performance advantage.

For multi-threaded rendering work, the AMD part is clearly the better choice. Its 12.9% lead in all three multi-core Cinebench tests means tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and batch compilation will complete noticeably faster. The larger L3 cache and higher transistor count support this workload advantage.

For single-threaded performance, the Ryzen part also leads, by 13% to 13.3% depending on the test. This matters for everyday responsiveness, legacy single-threaded applications, and tasks like spreadsheet calculations or light coding workloads where a single core dominates.

The Intel Core i3-4150T does have one advantage that is not reflected in the head-to-head benchmark scores: it includes integrated graphics. For systems that require a display output without a discrete GPU, the Intel part can function on its own. The AMD part requires a separate graphics solution. The Intel part also supports DDR3 memory, which may be more readily available in existing systems, though the AMD part's DDR4 support with ECC capability makes it more attractive for embedded, always-on, or error-sensitive deployments.

In terms of power efficiency, the AMD part has the lower TDP at 25 watts versus 35 watts for the Intel part. This is a meaningful difference for embedded applications where thermal management and power budgets are constrained. The AMD chip delivers higher performance while consuming less power, an unusual combination that favors it in passive-cooled or fanless designs.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field where data is recorded. The base clocks differ: 2.90 GHz for the Intel part versus 2.60 GHz for the AMD part. The AMD chip has a boost clock of 3.10 GHz; the Intel chip has no boost clock recorded. TDP differs significantly: 35 watts for Intel versus 25 watts for AMD.

Process node and foundry differ: 22 nm at Intel for the Core i3-4150T, 14 nm at GlobalFoundries for the Ryzen Embedded R1600. Transistor counts are 1,400 million versus 3,500 million, and die sizes are 177 mm² versus 148 mm². Cache configurations differ at every level: L1 is 64 KB per core on Intel versus 96 KB per core on AMD; L2 is 256 KB per core versus 512 KB per core; L3 is 3 MB shared versus 4 MB shared.

Memory support differs: DDR3 on the Intel part, DDR4 on the AMD part. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s; the Intel part has no such figure. ECC support is absent on Intel and present on AMD. The sockets are entirely different: Intel Socket 1150 versus AMD Socket FP5. The architectures are Haswell versus Zen. The codenames are Haswell versus Zen, with the AMD part further specified as Ryzen Embedded (Zen (Banded Kestrel)).

Integrated graphics are present on the Intel part (Intel HD 4400) and absent on the AMD part. Market segments differ: Desktop for Intel, Mobile for AMD. Release dates differ: 2014-04-30 for the Intel part, 2020-02-24 for the AMD part. Production status is not recorded for the Intel part, while the AMD part is listed as Active. The AMD part has a part number, YE1600C4T2OFG; the Intel part does not. Both are locked multipliers, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 wins all three multi-core tests: Cinebench R15 (280 vs 244), R20 (1169 vs 1018), and R23 (2784 vs 2425), each by 12.9%.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-4150T win any benchmark against the Ryzen Embedded R1600?

A: No. The head-to-head data records zero wins for the Intel part and five wins for the AMD part across all shared tests.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i3-4150T does not.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these two chips?

A: The Intel Core i3-4150T has a TDP of 35 watts. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 has a lower TDP of 25 watts.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-4150T have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Intel HD 4400 integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1600 has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the memory type difference between the two?

A: The Intel part supports DDR3 memory, while the AMD part supports DDR4 with a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory buses.