CPU Comparison

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B and Intel Processor N150 occupy nearly the same overall performance tier, with average benchmark scores of 1027 and 1025 respectively, placing both at the 28th percentile of all CPUs. Despite this statistical dead heat, their benchmark profiles diverge sharply depending on workload and generation of the test. The data reveals a clear split: the Intel N150 dominates in older Cinebench R15 multi-core and modern single-threaded tests, while the AMD V1202B pulls ahead decisively in Cinebench R23 multi-core.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking divergence appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B scores 2985 against the Intel Processor N150’s 2590.5. This represents a 15.2% advantage for the AMD part, a notable margin that flips expectations given the Intel chip’s higher core count. The V1202B achieves this with only 2 cores and 4 threads, whereas the N150 uses 4 cores and 4 threads. The AMD chip’s Zen architecture, running at a base clock of 2.30 GHz and boost of 3.20 GHz, clearly extracts more sustained multi-threaded performance than Intel’s Twin Lake design in this specific benchmark.

However, the Intel Processor N150 strikes back decisively in Cinebench R23 single-core, scoring 935 versus the V1202B’s 421. That is a 55% deficit for AMD, making the Intel part more than twice as fast in single-threaded workloads. The N150’s boost clock of 3.60 GHz, combined with its newer architecture, explains this gulf. For any application that relies heavily on single-thread responsiveness, the Intel part is the clear winner based on this metric.

The picture becomes more complicated in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the Intel N150 posts 422.5 against the AMD V1202B’s 300. This 29% advantage for Intel stands in direct contradiction to the R23 multi-core result, where AMD wins by 15.2%. The discrepancy suggests that the two processors scale very differently across Cinebench versions. The R15 test is older and may favor the Intel chip’s higher raw clock speed and core count, while R23’s longer workload may expose thermal or power limitations in the N150, which has a 6 W TDP compared to the V1202B’s 15 W TDP.

Notably, there is no Cinebench R20 multi-core head-to-head data available, although the V1202B has an R20 multi-core score of 1253 and a single-core score of 176 in the full benchmark set. The Intel N150 lacks R20 entries entirely, limiting direct comparison to the R15 and R23 generations. Across the three head-to-head tests, the Intel N150 wins two, but the AMD V1202B wins the one that is arguably the most demanding modern multi-threaded workload.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B is the choice for sustained multi-threaded rendering tasks, as evidenced by its 15.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core. This suggests that applications which keep all cores busy for extended periods, such as 3D rendering, video encoding, or compilation workloads, will see better throughput from the AMD part. The V1202B’s higher TDP of 15 W likely allows it to maintain boost clocks for longer durations, whereas the N150’s 6 W TDP may force aggressive power limiting that reduces performance over time. Additionally, the V1202B’s dual-channel DDR4 memory support, versus the N150’s single-channel bus, could provide a bandwidth advantage in memory-intensive multi-threaded scenarios.

The Intel Processor N150 wins decisively in single-threaded performance, with its 935 score in Cinebench R23 single-core representing a 55% advantage over the V1202B. This makes the N150 the superior choice for lightweight, latency-sensitive applications like web browsing, office productivity, or scripting where single-core speed dominates. The N150 also wins in Cinebench R15 multi-core by 29%, which may reflect better optimization for legacy software or a workload that does not stress the chip as heavily as R23. For users running older applications or those with shorter burst workloads, the N150’s combination of high boost clock (3.60 GHz) and four cores provides a tangible edge.

The V1202B’s only multi-core win is in R23, but it is a meaningful one. The 2985 score is higher than the N150’s 2590.5 by nearly 400 points, indicating that under sustained load, the AMD chip’s architecture holds up better. The V1202B also benefits from a larger L3 cache per core (2 MB shared across 2 cores versus 6 MB shared across 4 cores for Intel), which can improve hit rates in certain workloads. In contrast, the N150’s single-channel memory bus limits its memory bandwidth to 38.4 GB/s, a potential bottleneck that the V1202B avoids with its dual-channel configuration.

The Verdict

The data supports a split decision based on workload priority. If sustained multi-threaded performance is the primary requirement, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B is the better processor. Its 15.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core over the Intel N150 is the largest margin in the head-to-head tests and aligns with its higher power envelope and dual-channel memory support. The V1202B’s average benchmark score of 1027 also edges out the N150’s 1025, though the difference is negligible at 0.2%.

For single-threaded performance or legacy multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Processor N150 is the clear winner. Its 55% advantage in Cinebench R23 single-core is overwhelming, and its 29% lead in R15 multi-core shows that it handles older tests more efficiently. The N150 also offers a significantly lower TDP of 6 W versus 15 W, which could be a deciding factor for thermally constrained or battery-powered systems, though the performance implications of that power difference are already reflected in the benchmark scores.

The overall average scores are nearly identical, 1027 for AMD versus 1025 for Intel, meaning that neither part offers a meaningful aggregate advantage. The percentile ranking of 28th for both reinforces this parity. However, the benchmark distribution tells a more nuanced story: the N150 is better for responsiveness and older software, while the V1202B is better for modern multi-threaded rendering. Users should select based on the specific applications they intend to run, as the data does not support a universal winner.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B has an average benchmark score of 1027, while the Intel Processor N150 scores 1025. This is a 0.2% difference in favor of AMD.

Q: How much faster is the Intel N150 in single-core performance?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel N150 scores 935 versus the AMD V1202B’s 421, giving Intel a 55% advantage.

Q: Does the AMD V1202B win any multi-core benchmark?

A: Yes, the AMD V1202B wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 2985 against the Intel N150’s 2590.5, a 15.2% margin.

Q: What are the core counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B has 2 cores and 4 threads, while the Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Which processor has a lower TDP?

A: The Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 W, compared to the AMD V1202B’s 15 W, making Intel the more power-efficient part.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD V1202B supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Intel N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, but only in a single-channel configuration.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses the Zen architecture, specifically the "Great Horned Owl" variant, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It integrates 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die, reflecting a desktop-oriented design. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, part of the Alder Lake-N generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. This is a mobile-focused design with a much smaller footprint, though transistor count and die size are not listed.

Core and cache structures differ significantly. The AMD part has 2 cores with 128 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 2 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 4 cores with 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. Despite having half the cores, the AMD chip’s per-core L2 allocation is larger, which may benefit certain workloads. The Intel chip’s larger shared L3 cache (6 MB versus 2 MB) provides more total cache, but it is spread across twice as many cores.

Memory support is another key differentiator. The AMD V1202B supports only DDR4, but in dual-channel mode, which can double memory bandwidth compared to a single-channel design. The Intel N150 supports a wider range of memory types, DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, but is limited to single-channel operation, with a specified memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The AMD part’s memory bus is not quantified in the data, but dual-channel operation generally provides higher throughput than single-channel.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD V1202B includes Radeon Vega 3, while the Intel N150 features UHD Graphics 730. Neither part supports ECC memory. The AMD chip uses an AMD Socket FP5, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1264. The Intel N150 also has PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part’s PCIe configuration is not listed. The Intel chip is marked as a mobile segment part, whereas the AMD chip is classified as desktop, which aligns with their respective TDPs of 6 W and 15 W. Both processors are currently listed as active in production, with the AMD part released in February 2018 and the Intel part in November 2024.