AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 vs Intel Xeon E-2288G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear and consistent picture: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 wins every recorded Cinebench comparison against the Intel Xeon E-2288G. Across all six head-to-head tests, the AMD part takes the win with a remarkably uniform margin, with delta percentages ranging from 5.7% to 5.8%. This consistency across different Cinebench versions and both single-core and multi-core workloads indicates a stable performance advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

In the multi-core tests, the Ryzen Embedded V2748 scores 1579 in Cinebench R15, 6580 in R20, and 15668 in R23. The Xeon E-2288G counters with 1493, 6223, and 14817 respectively. The AMD processor leads by 5.8% in R15 multi-core and 5.7% in both R20 and R23 multi-core. These are not marginal differences; a 5.7% to 5.8% advantage in multi-threaded rendering workloads is a meaningful gap for professional workloads that scale across all 16 threads.

The single-core results follow the same pattern. The Ryzen Embedded V2748 posts 222 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 929 in R20 single-core, and 2212 in R23 single-core. The Xeon E-2288G trails with 210, 878, and 2091 respectively. The delta percentages are 5.7%, 5.8%, and 5.8% across those three tests. This is notable because the Xeon E-2288G has a significantly higher boost clock, yet the Zen 2 architecture of the AMD part still manages to outperform it in single-threaded Cinebench runs.

Looking at the broader database context, the Ryzen Embedded V2748 holds an average benchmark score of 4532, placing it in the 58th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-1340P at 4545 (0.3% behind), the Intel Core i7-10700KF at 4547 (0.3% behind), and the Intel Xeon E-2356G at 4548 (0.3% behind). The AMD chip also sits just ahead of the Intel Core i5-1250P, which scores 4515, a 0.4% delta in favor of the Ryzen. The Xeon E-2288G, meanwhile, has an average benchmark score of 4373, also in the 58th percentile, but its nearest rivals are different: the AMD EPYC 7232P at 4354 (0.4% behind), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE at 4411 (0.9% ahead), the Intel Core i7-7820X at 4321 (1.2% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G at 4296 (1.8% ahead). The data shows the Ryzen Embedded V2748 sits about 3.6% higher in average benchmark score than the Xeon E-2288G.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different architectural eras and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 is built on the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Renoir, and belongs to the Ryzen Embedded 2000 series. It is manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 156 mm² and 9,800 million transistors. The Intel Xeon E-2288G, by contrast, uses the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically Coffee Lake-S WS, and belongs to the Xeon E-2200 series. It is built on Intel's 14 nm process, with a die size of 180 mm² and no transistor count recorded in the database.

The cache configurations differ substantially. Both chips have 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: the AMD part has 512 KB per core, while the Intel part has 256 KB per core. The L3 cache is where the Intel chip takes a clear lead: the Xeon E-2288G has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Ryzen Embedded V2748 has only 8 MB shared. This doubling of L3 cache could benefit the Intel processor in certain memory-intensive workloads, though the benchmark data does not reflect such an advantage in Cinebench.

Memory support is another area of divergence. Both processors support DDR4 memory and use a dual-channel memory bus, but the AMD part has a higher theoretical memory bandwidth at 51.2 GB/s compared to 42.7 GB/s for the Intel chip. Both support ECC memory, which is important for embedded and workstation reliability. The PCIe configurations also differ: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel Xeon E-2288G provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. This gives the AMD part more headroom for expansion devices.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD part features Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors, while the Intel part has HD Graphics P630. The AMD solution is generally more capable for display and light compute tasks, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks to quantify this. The Intel chip is classified as a Server/Workstation part and is now end-of-life, while the AMD part is classified as Desktop and remains in active production. The release dates reflect this: the Xeon E-2288G launched in May 2019, while the Ryzen Embedded V2748 launched in November 2020.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 wins with a score of 15668, which is 5.7% ahead of the Intel Xeon E-2288G's score of 14817.

Q: How does the single-core performance compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 leads in all single-core Cinebench tests. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 2212 versus 2091 for the Intel Xeon E-2288G, a 5.8% advantage.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has an average benchmark score of 4532, while the Intel Xeon E-2288G has an average score of 4373. The AMD part is about 3.6% higher.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 and the Intel Xeon E-2288G support ECC memory, making both suitable for reliability-sensitive workloads.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Xeon E-2288G has a TDP of 95 watts. The AMD part consumes significantly less power.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2288G has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has double the L3.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specification fields. The base clock is a major divergence: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 runs at 2.90 GHz, while the Intel Xeon E-2288G runs at 3.70 GHz. The boost clocks also differ, with the AMD part reaching 4.25 GHz and the Intel part reaching 5.00 GHz. The Intel chip has a 0.80 GHz higher base clock and a 0.75 GHz higher boost clock, yet it still loses in the recorded benchmark comparisons.

The TDP is a stark contrast. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 has a TDP of 35 watts, making it a highly efficient part, while the Intel Xeon E-2288G has a TDP of 95 watts. This is a 60-watt difference, which has significant implications for cooling requirements and system power budgets. The socket types are different as well: the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP6, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1151.

The process node represents a generational gap: the AMD chip is built on 7 nm technology at TSMC, while the Intel chip uses 14 nm technology at Intel. The die sizes reflect this difference, with the AMD part at 156 mm² and the Intel part at 180 mm². The transistor count is recorded for the AMD part at 9,800 million, while no transistor count is listed for the Intel part.

The L2 cache differs, with the AMD part having 512 KB per core versus 256 KB per core for the Intel part. The L3 cache is larger on the Intel side at 16 MB shared versus 8 MB shared. Memory bandwidth is higher on the AMD side at 51.2 GB/s versus 42.7 GB/s. The PCIe lane count from the CPU is 20 for the AMD part and 16 for the Intel part, both on PCIe Gen 3.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD provides Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors, while Intel provides HD Graphics P630. The market segments differ, with the AMD part classified as Desktop and the Intel part classified as Server/Workstation. The production status also differs: the AMD part is Active, while the Intel part is End-of-life. The release dates show the AMD part launched in November 2020, while the Intel part launched in May 2019. The Intel Xeon E-2288G has a launch MSRP of $539, which can be noted once as a reference point.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 wins in every measured benchmark category. It takes all six head-to-head Cinebench tests, covering both single-core and multi-core workloads across R15, R20, and R23 versions. The margins are consistent at around 5.7% to 5.8%. This makes the AMD part the clear choice for rendering workloads, 3D modeling, and any application that relies heavily on Cinebench-style CPU performance. Its higher memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and larger L2 cache per core may also contribute to its benchmark advantage.

The AMD part is also the better choice for power-constrained deployments. With a TDP of 35 watts versus 95 watts for the Intel chip, the Ryzen Embedded V2748 offers a substantial efficiency advantage. This would be a meaningful factor in embedded systems, compact chassis, or environments where heat dissipation and power draw are critical constraints. The AMD part also provides more PCIe lanes (20 versus 16), which could matter for systems requiring additional expansion cards or storage controllers.

The Intel Xeon E-2288G does have some theoretical advantages that could matter in specific scenarios, even though they do not show up in the Cinebench results. Its 16 MB of L3 cache is double that of the AMD part, which could benefit workloads with large working sets that fit in cache. Its higher base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz could be advantageous in lightly threaded, latency-sensitive applications that do not scale with the architectural improvements of Zen 2. However, the recorded single-core benchmarks show the AMD part still winning by roughly 5.7% to 5.8%, so this theoretical clock advantage does not translate into Cinebench wins.

The Intel part also has an established market position in the Server/Workstation segment, while the AMD part is classified as Desktop. For organizations that standardize on Intel Xeon platforms with Socket 1151, the E-2288G would be the natural fit. It is also importantly the Intel part is end-of-life, while the AMD part remains in active production, which could affect long-term availability and support considerations. But for raw performance as measured by the database, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 holds a decisive edge across the board, and its significantly lower TDP makes it the more attractive option for most modern embedded and workstation applications.