AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B vs Intel Core i5-1130G7 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data paints a remarkably consistent picture across all six Cinebench comparisons: the Intel Core i5-1130G7 wins every single test, but by margins so narrow that they border on statistical noise. The largest advantage appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Intel part scores 99 against AMD's 98, a 1% lead. Every other benchmark, from R15 multi-core through R20 and R23 in both single and multi-threaded workloads, shows the same 0.7% delta in favor of the Intel chip. This is not a dominance story; it is a story of near-identical performance outcomes.

Looking at the raw scores, the Intel i5-1130G7 posts 706 in Cinebench R15 multi-core versus 701 for the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B. In R20 multi-core, the margin is 2942 versus 2921. The R23 multi-core test shows 7006 against 6957. Single-core results follow the same pattern: 415 versus 412 in R20 single-core, and 989 versus 982 in R23 single-core. The delta never exceeds 1% in any discipline, yet it never flips in favor of AMD either. The Intel processor holds a 6-0 sweep in the head-to-head matrix, but each victory is measured in fractions of a percent.

What does this mean in practical terms? A 0.7% difference in R23 multi-core translates to roughly 49 points out of 7006. For a workload that renders for an hour, the Intel chip would finish about 25 seconds earlier. For interactive single-threaded tasks, the gap is even less perceptible. The data suggests these two processors occupy essentially the same performance tier, with the Intel part having a slight edge that could be attributed to boost behavior, memory latency, or architectural efficiency rather than any fundamental throughput advantage.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this interpretation. The Intel i5-1130G7 records an average score of 2026 across its benchmark suite. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B averages 2012. That is a 0.7% difference in the aggregate, which aligns perfectly with the individual test deltas. Both processors sit at the 45th percentile among all CPUs in the database, meaning they outperform roughly 45% of recorded processors and fall behind the remaining 55%. Their nearest rivals tell a similar story: the Intel chip sits within 0.2% of the Intel Xeon E3-1260L v5, the Intel Xeon E3-1280 v5, and the Intel Xeon E3-1240 v5, while the AMD part is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i5-8300H, the Intel Xeon D-1712TR, and the Intel Core i5-8400H. Neither processor has a meaningful performance gap over its closest competitors.

Where Each One Wins

Given that the Intel i5-1130G7 wins all six benchmark comparisons, the straightforward answer is that it wins everywhere, but the margins are so small that the practical implications deserve closer scrutiny. In multi-threaded rendering workloads, the Intel chip's 0.7% lead in R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests suggests it holds a slight advantage in sustained all-core throughput. This could matter for long-running compilation jobs, video encoding, or 3D rendering tasks where even a fraction of a percent compounds over hours of execution.

In single-threaded workloads, the Intel part also edges ahead, with deltas of 1% in R15 single-core and 0.7% in both R20 and R23 single-core. For applications that rely heavily on per-core performance, such as spreadsheet calculations, script interpretation, or lightly threaded design tools, the Intel chip should deliver marginally faster response times. The 1% lead in R15 single-core is the largest single delta in the entire comparison, indicating that the Intel architecture has a slightly stronger peak single-thread capability.

However, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B is not without its own advantages, though they do not show up in the Cinebench scores. The AMD part carries the Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated graphics, which is a substantially different iGPU solution compared to Intel's Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU. For workloads that offload compute to the GPU, such as certain media encoding or lightweight GPU compute tasks, the AMD platform might deliver better results, but the database does not include GPU benchmark scores to verify this. The AMD chip also has a higher base clock of 3.35 GHz versus Intel's 1.10 GHz, which suggests it may hold more consistent performance in power-constrained or thermally constrained environments where boost clocks are not sustainable.

The use-case split, therefore, comes down to this: for pure CPU benchmark performance as measured by Cinebench, the Intel i5-1130G7 wins every category, but any user would be hard-pressed to notice the difference in real-world use. The AMD part may offer advantages in integrated graphics capability or sustained clock behavior, but those advantages are not captured in the available CPU benchmark data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different architectural lineages. The Intel Core i5-1130G7 is built on Tiger Lake, specifically the Tiger Lake-U codename, using a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. Its generation is listed as Core i5 (Willow Cove-U), indicating the Willow Cove CPU cores that represent a significant microarchitectural evolution from earlier Intel designs. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B, by contrast, uses the original Zen architecture, codenamed simply "Zen" with the "Great Horned Owl" generation identifier, built on a 14 nm process node at GlobalFoundries. This represents a two-generation gap in process technology, with Intel using a smaller node.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The Intel chip provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part offers 128 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and only 2 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip's 8 MB L3 is four times larger than AMD's 2 MB, which could reduce memory access latency for frequently accessed data. However, the AMD part has a larger L1 and a larger L2 per core, which may help with certain access patterns. The total transistor count for the AMD chip is 4,950 million on a 210 mm² die, while the Intel part does not have transistor or die size data recorded.

Clock speeds present a striking contrast. The Intel i5-1130G7 has a base clock of 1.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B has a base clock of 3.35 GHz and a boost clock of 3.80 GHz. The Intel part's base clock is dramatically lower, but its boost clock is higher by 200 MHz. This suggests the Intel chip relies on aggressive boost behavior to reach its performance levels, while the AMD chip maintains a higher floor. Power consumption reflects this: the Intel part has a TDP of 15 watts, while the AMD part is rated at 45 watts. The AMD chip consumes three times the power envelope, yet delivers nearly identical performance, indicating that the Intel architecture is significantly more power-efficient per unit of work.

Memory support is identical in type, with both supporting DDR4 in dual-channel configuration. The Intel part lists a memory bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s, while the AMD part has no recorded bandwidth figure. Neither supports ECC memory. The Intel chip uses an Intel BGA 1598 socket and is classified as a mobile segment processor, while the AMD chip uses an AMD Socket FP5 and is classified as desktop segment. The Intel part supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part has no PCIe data recorded. The AMD chip includes the Radeon RX Vega 11 as integrated graphics, and the Intel chip includes Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-1130G7 leads in all three single-core Cinebench tests. It scores 99 versus 98 in R15 single-core (1% lead), 415 versus 412 in R20 single-core (0.7% lead), and 989 versus 982 in R23 single-core (0.7% lead).

Q: How do the multi-core scores compare?

A: The Intel part also wins all three multi-core tests. R15 multi-core shows 706 versus 701 (0.7% lead), R20 multi-core shows 2942 versus 2921 (0.7% lead), and R23 multi-core shows 7006 versus 6957 (0.7% lead).

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each?

A: The Intel Core i5-1130G7 has an average benchmark score of 2026, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B has an average score of 2012. Both sit at the 45th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the AMD processor have a clock speed advantage?

A: Yes, the AMD part has a base clock of 3.35 GHz compared to Intel's 1.10 GHz, but the Intel part has a higher boost clock of 4.00 GHz versus AMD's 3.80 GHz. The Intel chip's lower base clock is offset by its higher boost capability.

Q: Are these processors comparable in power consumption?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-1130G7 is rated at 15 watts TDP, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B is rated at 45 watts TDP. The AMD chip consumes three times the power but achieves nearly identical benchmark scores.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The Intel part has 96 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The AMD part has 128 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and only 2 MB shared L3. Intel's L3 is four times larger, while AMD's L1 and L2 per core are larger.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category. The Intel Core i5-1130G7 uses a 10 nm process node from Intel, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B uses a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries. The Intel chip has a base clock of 1.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, while the AMD part operates at 3.35 GHz base and 3.80 GHz boost. TDP differs significantly: 15 watts for Intel versus 45 watts for AMD.

Cache layouts diverge: Intel provides 96 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3, while AMD provides 128 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 2 MB shared L3. The AMD chip has recorded transistor count of 4,950 million and die size of 210 mm², while the Intel chip has no such data. Memory bandwidth is listed as 68.3 GB/s for Intel, with no figure recorded for AMD. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for Intel, while AMD has no PCIe data recorded.

The socket types differ: Intel BGA 1598 versus AMD Socket FP5. The Intel chip is classified as mobile market segment, the AMD chip as desktop. They have different release dates: Intel launched on 2020-09-01, AMD on 2018-02-20. Integrated graphics differ: Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU, AMD uses Radeon RX Vega 11. Neither supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD chip has a series designation of 1000 series, while the Intel chip has no series listed.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear but nuanced conclusion. The Intel Core i5-1130G7 wins every benchmark comparison in the head-to-head matrix, posting a 6-0 record. However, the margins are consistently tiny, ranging from 0.7% to 1% across all test scenarios. This means the Intel chip is the faster processor in pure CPU benchmark terms, but the difference is unlikely to be perceptible in everyday use.

The more striking finding is the power efficiency gap. The Intel chip achieves its wins while consuming only 15 watts TDP, compared to 45 watts for the AMD part. That is a threefold power difference for essentially equivalent performance. For mobile or embedded applications where thermal and power budgets are constrained, the Intel Core i5-1130G7 is clearly the superior choice based on the recorded data. It delivers the same or slightly better performance at a fraction of the power envelope.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B is not without justification for certain use cases. Its higher base clock of 3.35 GHz may provide more consistent performance in scenarios where boost clocks cannot be sustained, such as in thermally limited enclosures. Its larger L1 and L2 caches might benefit certain access patterns, and its Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated graphics could outperform Intel's Iris Xe in graphics-heavy workloads, though no GPU benchmark data is available in the database to confirm this.

For a buyer choosing strictly on CPU benchmark performance, the Intel Core i5-1130G7 is the winner, but only by a razor-thin margin. For a buyer prioritizing power efficiency, the Intel chip's 15 watt TDP versus AMD's 45 watt TDP makes the decision more decisive. For a buyer who values sustained clock behavior or integrated graphics capability, the AMD part may merit consideration, but the recorded data does not provide evidence that it outperforms the Intel chip in any CPU benchmark tested. The verdict is straightforward: Intel wins all measured comparisons, with the caveat that the performance gap is minimal while the efficiency gap is substantial.