AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 vs Intel Core i9-10900F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Core i9-10900F across all six shared Cinebench tests, with no benchmark win for the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748. The margin is consistent, hovering near 7% in every workload, which points to a steady architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel part scores 1688 in multicore against 1579 for the AMD, a 6.9% lead. The single-core result is 238 versus 222, a 7.2% advantage, the largest relative gap in the entire comparison. Moving to R20, the Intel scores 7036 multicore and 993 single-core, while the AMD posts 6580 and 929, respectively, both again showing a 6.9% delta. The R23 results follow the same pattern: Intel reaches 16753 multicore and 2365 single-core, versus AMD’s 15668 and 2212, with a 6.9% delta on each.

The consistency of the 6.9% delta across R20 and R23 multicore and single-core tests suggests the performance difference is largely independent of thread count or rendering complexity. The R15 single-core test stands out with a slightly higher 7.2% margin, but the overall impression is one of uniform superiority for the Intel processor.

The average benchmark scores support this narrative. The Intel Core i9-10900F records an average score of 4664, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 sits at 4532, a difference of about 2.9% in favor of Intel. Both CPUs share the same 58th percentile against all CPUs in the database, meaning they land in similar overall performance tiers, but the Intel chip does so with a higher absolute average.

Looking at the nearest rivals for each processor provides context. The Intel Core i9-10900F is bracketed by the Core i9-9900KF at 4652 (0.3% behind), the Core i9-11900T at 4685 (0.4% ahead), the Core i9-10900E at 4708 (0.9% ahead), and the Core i9-10900 at 4614 (1.1% behind). The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748, meanwhile, sits near the Core i5-1340P at 4545 (0.3% behind), the Core i7-10700KF at 4547 (0.3% behind), the Xeon E-2356G at 4548 (0.3% behind), and the Core i5-1250P at 4515 (0.4% ahead). These rivalry patterns show that both processors compete with a similar class of desktop and mobile chips, but the Intel part edges out its direct opponent in this head-to-head.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark results offer no ambiguity: the Intel Core i9-10900F wins every shared test, making it the default choice for any workload covered by Cinebench. Rendering tasks that rely on multi-threaded performance, such as 3D scene creation or video encoding, will see a measurable benefit from the Intel chip’s 6.9% higher multicore scores in R20 and R23. Single-threaded tasks, including legacy applications or lightly threaded games, also favor Intel, with the R23 single-core lead at 6.9% and the R15 single-core lead at 7.2%.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 does not win a single benchmark in this comparison, so there is no workload category where the data suggests it outperforms the Intel part. However, the AMD chip’s profile includes features that the benchmark scores do not capture. It carries integrated Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors, while the Intel part has no integrated graphics listed. The AMD processor also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the Intel side. For system builders who require error-correcting memory in a compact embedded or industrial setup, the AMD part offers a capability that the Intel chip cannot match, even if the raw computation scores are lower.

The AMD chip also operates at a 35 W TDP versus the Intel’s 65 W TDP. This difference in thermal envelope is significant for passive cooling or small form factor designs, even though the benchmark data does not quantify power consumption directly. The Intel part’s higher core count (10 versus 8) and thread count (20 versus 16) contribute to its multicore wins, but the AMD chip’s smaller process node (7 nm versus 14 nm) and lower TDP suggest it may be easier to integrate into thermally constrained systems.

In terms of memory bandwidth, the AMD chip lists 51.2 GB/s against Intel’s 46.9 GB/s, yet the benchmark results still favor Intel. This indicates that raw memory throughput is not the limiting factor in these Cinebench workloads. The Intel chip also offers a higher boost clock at 5.20 GHz versus 4.25 GHz, which likely drives its single-core advantage.

The Verdict

For users who prioritize raw computational throughput, the Intel Core i9-10900F is the clear choice from the recorded data. It leads in every Cinebench iteration, with consistent 6.9% to 7.2% margins across single-core and multicore tests. The higher average benchmark score of 4664 versus 4532 reinforces this position. Anyone building a desktop workstation for rendering, simulation, or heavy multi-threaded productivity should select the Intel part based on these numbers.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748, while trailing in all benchmarks, serves a different purpose. Its integrated Radeon Graphics, ECC memory support, and 35 W TDP make it suitable for embedded systems, industrial PCs, or compact servers where those features matter more than a 7% rendering performance deficit. The database shows both processors at the 58th percentile, so they belong to similar performance tiers, but the AMD chip’s feature set aligns with specialized applications rather than general desktop performance.

The launch MSRP for the Intel Core i9-10900F is $464, while the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP in the database. This information appears once here for reference, but the decision should rest on the benchmark data and feature requirements.

Given that the Intel part wins 6 of 6 head-to-head tests, any workload purely defined by Cinebench scores should go to Intel. For embedded deployments that need ECC memory, integrated graphics, and lower power draw, the AMD chip is the only candidate with those capabilities, despite its lower scores. The data does not support choosing the AMD part for raw speed, only for its unique embedded feature set.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900F averages 4664, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 averages 4532, a difference of roughly 2.9% in favor of Intel.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: The largest margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Intel scores 238 against 222 for the AMD, a 7.2% lead.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 lists ECC memory support as true, while the Intel Core i9-10900F does not support ECC.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900F has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 includes Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors, while the Intel Core i9-10900F has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900F has a 65 W TDP, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has a 35 W TDP, making the AMD part more power-efficient on paper.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i9-10900F is built on the Comet Lake architecture using a 14 nm process at Intel’s foundry, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Renoir, on a 7 nm process from TSMC. This process node gap (14 nm versus 7 nm) explains the AMD chip’s lower TDP despite similar performance levels.

Core and thread counts differ: Intel offers 10 cores and 20 threads, AMD offers 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also diverge, with the Intel boosting to 5.20 GHz from a 2.80 GHz base, while the AMD boosts to 4.25 GHz from a 2.90 GHz base. The higher all-core and single-core clocks on the Intel part likely drive its benchmark wins.

Cache hierarchies are notably different. The Intel chip has 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip also has 64 KB of L1 per core but doubles the L2 to 512 KB per core, while its shared L3 is only 8 MB. The larger L3 on the Intel part probably contributes to its single-core advantage in latency-sensitive tasks.

Memory support shows both using DDR4 with dual-channel buses, but the AMD chip lists a higher memory bandwidth at 51.2 GB/s versus 46.9 GB/s for Intel. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel does not. PCIe lanes also differ: Intel provides 16 lanes of Gen 3, while AMD provides 20 lanes of Gen 3, both as CPU-only lanes.

The AMD processor includes a Radeon Graphics integrated GPU with 448 shader processors, a feature entirely absent from the Intel part. This makes the AMD chip a system-on-chip solution for embedded use, while the Intel chip requires a discrete GPU. The AMD chip also has a smaller die size at 156 mm² with 9,800 million transistors, whereas the Intel part’s die size and transistor count are not listed.

Production status differs as well: the Intel Core i9-10900F is marked as end-of-life, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 remains active. The Intel chip was released on 2020-04-29, and the AMD chip on 2020-11-09. Socket compatibility separates them entirely, with Intel on Socket 1200 and AMD on Socket FP6, meaning no cross-platform upgrades are possible. The Intel part has a locked multiplier, as does the AMD chip, so neither supports user overclocking.