AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 vs Intel Core i9-11900T Comparison

Intel Core i9-11900T and AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 are both 8-core, 16-thread processors locked to a 35W TDP, but they approach that envelope from opposite directions. The Intel part is a low-power desktop chip from the Rocket Lake generation, while the AMD part is a Zen 2 based embedded SoC. Benchmark results show the AMD chip takes a narrow but consistent lead across every Cinebench test, yet the two parts land in the same performance percentile overall. The database records 6 head-to-head wins for the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 and none for the Intel Core i9-11900T, with all margins under 1%. This is a matchup decided by fractions, not by knockout blows.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 winning every single benchmark test, but the margins are extremely tight. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 1579 against the Intel's 1572, a delta of -0.4% from the Intel's perspective. The single-core R15 test is similarly close: AMD 222, Intel 221, a -0.5% gap. Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD posts 6580 in multi-core versus 6550 for the Intel (-0.5%), and in single-core it posts 929 versus 924 (-0.5%). The pattern holds through Cinebench R23, where the AMD scores 15668 multi-core against 15596 for the Intel (-0.5%), and 2212 single-core against 2201 (-0.5%). In every case, the AMD chip wins by a margin so small it is effectively a tie in real-world workloads.

The Intel Core i9-11900T also has Geekbench results in the database that the AMD part lacks: a multi-core score of 8257 and a single-core score of 2157. Since the AMD chip has no Geekbench record, the comparison rests entirely on the Cinebench family. The average benchmark score for the Intel is 4685, while the AMD averages 4532. Interestingly, the Intel's average is higher despite losing every head-to-head test, because the Geekbench scores pull its average up. Both CPUs sit at the 58th percentile against all CPUs in the database, meaning they are statistically indistinguishable in overall standing.

The nearest rival data reinforces how close these two are. The Intel Core i9-11900T sits between the Intel Core i9-10900F (avg score 4664, 0.5% gap) and the Intel Core i9-10900E (avg score 4708, -0.5% gap), with the Intel Core i9-9900KF at 4652 (0.7%) and the Intel Core i7-6950X at 4734 (-1%) nearby. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 is bracketed by the Intel Core i5-1340P (4545, -0.3%), the Intel Core i7-10700KF (4547, -0.3%), the Intel Xeon E-2356G (4548, -0.3%), and the Intel Core i5-1250P (4515, 0.4%). Both CPUs are effectively surrounded by the same performance tier, separated by rival chips that are within a single percentage point.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-11900T boosts to 4.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 boosts to 4.25 GHz. The Intel has a 0.65 GHz advantage in peak frequency.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 runs at 2.90 GHz base, while the Intel Core i9-11900T sits at 1.50 GHz base. The AMD starts 1.40 GHz higher.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i9-11900T does not.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i9-11900T has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel has double the L3 capacity.

Q: What is the process node difference?

A: The Intel Core i9-11900T is built on Intel's 14 nm process, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses TSMC's 7 nm process. The AMD chip is on a smaller node.

Q: Which processor has a larger die size?

A: The Intel Core i9-11900T has a die size of 276 mm², while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 measures 156 mm². The Intel die is larger by 120 mm².

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from fundamentally different design philosophies despite matching core and thread counts. The Intel Core i9-11900T uses the Rocket Lake architecture, the last mainstream 14 nm design from Intel, built on a 14 nm process at Intel's own foundry. It has a die size of 276 mm² and a transistor count that is not recorded in the database. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Renoir codename, fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process, with a die size of 156 mm² and 9,800 million transistors. The process node advantage is clear: 7 nm versus 14 nm, which explains how the AMD chip packs more transistors into a smaller die.

Cache layouts also differ significantly. The Intel Core i9-11900T has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel design gives each core more L1 cache and doubles the L3 pool, which helps compensate for its older process node. The AMD design relies on the efficiency of Zen 2 to match performance with half the L3.

Memory support is identical in bandwidth: both support DDR4 on a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s. However, the AMD chip adds ECC memory support, which the Intel lacks. PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Intel Core i9-11900T offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 20 lanes. The Intel part has a newer PCIe standard, but the AMD part matches lane count. Integrated graphics are present on both: Intel's UHD Graphics 750 versus AMD's Radeon Graphics with 448 SP.

Socket and form factor differences are substantial. The Intel Core i9-11900T uses Intel Socket 1200 and is a standard desktop part. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses AMD Socket FP6 and is marketed as an embedded processor, though the database classifies it under the desktop market segment. Production status also differs: the Intel is end-of-life, while the AMD remains active. The Intel launched on 2021-03-15 with a launch MSRP of $439, while the AMD has a release date of 2020-11-09 and no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The benchmark data makes it clear that neither processor holds a meaningful performance advantage over the other. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 wins all six recorded head-to-head Cinebench tests, but the largest margin is -0.5% and the smallest is -0.4%. These are within run-to-run variance for any modern benchmark. The Intel Core i9-11900T counters with a higher average benchmark score of 4685 versus 4532, driven by its Geekbench results, but the AMD chip has no Geekbench record to compare against. Both sit at the 58th percentile of all CPUs.

The deciding factors are architectural, not performance based. The Intel Core i9-11900T offers a higher boost clock (4.90 GHz versus 4.25 GHz), double the L3 cache (16 MB versus 8 MB), PCIe Gen 4 support, and a larger L1 cache per core. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 counters with a higher base clock (2.90 GHz versus 1.50 GHz), ECC memory support, a smaller 7 nm process node, more transistors (9,800 million), and a smaller die (156 mm² versus 276 mm²). The AMD part is also still in production, while the Intel is end-of-life.

For a builder selecting between these two, the choice comes down to platform needs. If the application requires ECC memory or an embedded form factor with active production support, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 is the only option. If the workload benefits from PCIe Gen 4 lanes or the larger L3 cache, the Intel Core i9-11900T has the edge, provided you are comfortable with an end-of-life part. Performance parity means the decision rests entirely on feature requirements.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ, per the database records.

| Specification | Intel Core i9-11900T | AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 |

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

| Base Clock | 1500.00 MHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.25 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | AMD Socket FP6 |

| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Zen 2 |

| Codename | Rocket Lake | Renoir |

| Generation | Core i9 (Rocket Lake-S) | Ryzen Embedded (Zen 2 (Renoir)) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 9,800 million |

| Die Size | 276 mm² | 156 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 8 MB (shared) |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

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

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

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

| Launch MSRP | $439 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRKNQ | 100-000000245 |

| Geekbench Multi-core | 8257 | Not recorded |

| Geekbench Single-core | 2157 | Not recorded |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 wins every benchmark test in the head-to-head comparison, but the margins are negligible. Its practical wins come from features outside raw performance. The ECC memory support makes it suitable for data integrity sensitive workloads such as NAS builds, small servers, or edge computing where a single-bit error is unacceptable. The smaller 7 nm die and lower transistor count relative to its performance suggest better power efficiency per unit of work, though both are locked to the same 35W TDP. The active production status means it remains available for new designs, which matters for long-lived embedded deployments.

The Intel Core i9-11900T wins on the specification sheet in several areas. The 4.90 GHz boost clock gives it a 0.65 GHz peak frequency advantage, which can matter for lightly threaded tasks that scale with clock speed. The 16 MB of L3 cache doubles the AMD's 8 MB, potentially reducing memory latency in cache-sensitive workloads. PCIe Gen 4 support provides twice the bandwidth of Gen 3 per lane, which is relevant for fast NVMe storage or discrete GPUs. The Geekbench scores of 8257 multi-core and 2157 single-core are recorded only for the Intel part, so it holds the database record for those specific tests.

For a desktop builder, the Intel Core i9-11900T fits a low-power SFF or HTPC build where the 35W TDP and high boost clock matter, and where PCIe Gen 4 is worth having. For an industrial or always-on system, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 offers ECC, a modern process node, and ongoing availability. The performance data says they are equals; the feature data says they serve different masters.