AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs Intel Core i5-11600T Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark database places the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 ahead of the Intel Core i5-11600T in every recorded Cinebench test. The AMD part wins all six head-to-head matchups, with margins ranging from 8.0% to 8.2%. The data is unambiguous: for pure CPU rendering workloads, the V2718 is the stronger performer.

The Ryzen Embedded V2718 should be the choice for users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput and sustained compute in a low-power envelope. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 10 W TDP delivers scores that beat a 6-core, 12-thread Intel part with a 35 W TDP. The efficiency gap is substantial, and the performance lead compounds across every Cinebench generation tested.

The Intel Core i5-11600T still has a role, but not for raw compute wins. Its integrated UHD Graphics 750 and PCIe Gen 4 support differentiate it on platform features rather than CPU benchmarks. The i5-11600T is end-of-life per the production status, while the V2718 remains active. For new designs, the AMD part offers a longer availability horizon.

The average benchmark scores confirm the ranking. The V2718 averages 3875 across all recorded tests, while the i5-11600T averages 3742. That is a 3.6% gap in the database average, consistent with the head-to-head Cinebench results. Both CPUs sit at the 56th percentile among all processors, meaning they occupy similar overall performance tiers despite the V2718's edge in these specific tests.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses Zen 2 architecture on a 7 nm TSMC process, codenamed Renoir. The Intel Core i5-11600T uses Rocket Lake architecture on Intel's 14 nm process. The process node difference is stark: 7 nm versus 14 nm, which explains part of the efficiency gap.

The V2718 packs 8 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-11600T offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Both have a 1700 MHz base clock, but the AMD part boosts to 4150 MHz versus 4100 MHz for Intel. The AMD chip carries a 10 W TDP, the Intel chip a 35 W TDP. The V2718 achieves higher performance with one-third the power budget.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The V2718 uses 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The i5-11600T has 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Intel has more L3 cache, but the AMD part overcomes that deficit through its additional cores and higher boost clock.

Memory support is similar: both use DDR4 with dual-channel buses and 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The V2718 supports ECC memory, the i5-11600T does not. That makes the AMD part suitable for error-sensitive workloads. PCIe capabilities also differ: the V2718 provides Gen 3 with 20 lanes, while the i5-11600T provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Intel's newer PCIe standard offers more bandwidth for compatible devices.

Integrated graphics differentiate the pair. The V2718 uses Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors. The i5-11600T uses UHD Graphics 750. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores, so a direct comparison of iGPU performance cannot be made from this data. However, the presence of either iGPU means both can drive displays without a discrete graphics card.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU is faster in multi-core Cinebench tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 wins every multi-core test. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 13396 versus 12385 for the i5-11600T, a margin of 8.2%. The R20 multi-core test shows 5626 versus 5201, also an 8.2% gap.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-11600T win any benchmark in the database?

A: No. The head-to-head data records zero wins for the i5-11600T across all six Cinebench tests. The AMD part wins all six, with the smallest margin being 8.0% in Cinebench R15 single-core.

Q: How do the power requirements compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 has a 10 W TDP, while the Intel Core i5-11600T has a 35 W TDP. The AMD part delivers higher benchmark scores while being rated for less than one-third the power draw.

Q: Which CPU supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-11600T does not list ECC as a capability. This makes the AMD part more suitable for memory-error-sensitive applications like servers or data processing.

Q: What is the production status of each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 is listed as Active. The Intel Core i5-11600T is listed as End-of-life. For new system designs, the AMD part remains available while the Intel part has been discontinued.

Q: Do both CPUs have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 includes Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors. The Intel Core i5-11600T includes UHD Graphics 750. The database does not provide comparative graphics benchmark scores, so relative iGPU performance is not recorded.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Intel Core i5-11600T |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Boost clock | 4150 MHz | 4100 MHz |

| TDP | 10 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP6 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen 2 | Rocket Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm (TSMC) | 14 nm (Intel) |

| Die size | 156 mm² | 276 mm² |

| Transistors | 9,800 million | Not listed |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| ECC memory | Supported | Not supported |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 20 lanes | Gen 4, 20 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics 448SP | UHD Graphics 750 |

| Production status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release date | 2020-11-09 | 2021-03-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $213 |

| Part number | 100-000000242 | SRKNX |

The L2 cache is identical at 512 KB per core for both. Memory support and bandwidth match at DDR4 dual-channel 51.2 GB/s. Neither CPU has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R15 multi-core test opens the comparison. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 scores 1350, the Intel Core i5-11600T scores 1248. That is an 8.2% advantage for AMD. In single-core R15, the gap narrows slightly: 190 versus 176, an 8.0% margin.

Cinebench R20 shows consistent results. Multi-core gives the V2718 a score of 5626 against 5201 for Intel, again 8.2% ahead. Single-core R20 records 794 versus 734, also 8.2% in favor of AMD.

The Cinebench R23 results mirror the pattern. Multi-core: 13396 for the V2718, 12385 for the i5-11600T, an 8.2% delta. Single-core: 1891 versus 1748, an 8.2% gap. Across all six tests, the AMD part maintains a remarkably consistent lead.

The database average benchmark scores place the V2718 at 3875 and the i5-11600T at 3742. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core i7-11700T at 3864 (0.3% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE at 3906 (0.8% ahead). The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon Silver 4116 at 3733 (0.2% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE at 3732 (0.3% behind). These neighboring scores show both CPUs sit in a tight competitive cluster.

The V2718's margin over the i5-11600T in average score is 133 points. That is larger than the gap between the V2718 and its closest rival, the i7-11700T, which is only 11 points. The i5-11600T sits 9 points behind its nearest rival, the i5-1245U. The data suggests the AMD part is more clearly separated from its competitor than the Intel part is from its own peer group.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 wins every compute benchmark in the database. Its consistent 8% lead across all Cinebench versions makes it the clear choice for CPU-bound workloads. The 8-core, 16-thread design with a 4.15 GHz boost clock delivers more rendering throughput than the Intel part's 6 cores and 12 threads at 4.10 GHz.

The V2718 also wins on efficiency. The 10 W TDP versus 35 W TDP means the AMD chip produces higher scores while consuming less power. For embedded systems, fanless designs, or thermally constrained enclosures, the AMD part is the better fit. ECC memory support adds further appeal for reliability-focused deployments.

The Intel Core i5-11600T has no benchmark wins in the recorded data. Its advantages are platform-based rather than compute-based. The PCIe Gen 4 support offers double the bandwidth of the V2718's Gen 3 for compatible storage and accelerator cards. The larger 12 MB L3 cache may help in specific cache-sensitive workloads, though the database does not record such tests.

The i5-11600T also has a listed launch MSRP of $213, while the V2718 has no recorded launch MSRP. For buyers tracking official pricing, the Intel part has a defined reference point. The integrated UHD Graphics 750 could be preferable in media-focused systems, but no graphics benchmarks exist in the data to confirm that.

The production status is decisive for long-term planning. The V2718 is Active, the i5-11600T is End-of-life. Systems built around the Intel part face eventual supply constraints. The AMD part remains available for ongoing production.

For scenarios where CPU rendering is the priority, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 is the only choice based on this data. For scenarios where PCIe Gen 4 connectivity or a specific socket platform matters more than CPU throughput, the Intel Core i5-11600T retains relevance. The database records no scenario where the Intel part outperforms the AMD part in compute, so any Intel selection must be justified by non-CPU factors.