AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I vs Intel Core i7-10875H Comparison

The Intel Core i7-10875H and AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I are both 8-core, 16-thread processors, but they target fundamentally different segments: the former is a high-end mobile part, while the latter is an embedded chip. Despite this, the benchmark data shows a remarkably consistent, if narrow, performance advantage for the Intel part across all shared tests. The head-to-head results are exclusively in favor of the Intel Core i7-10875H, with a clean sweep of 6 wins against 0 for the AMD chip. The largest margin is in the Cinebench R15 single-core test, where Intel leads by 4.2%, scoring 174 against 167. Across the other five benchmarks, the delta is a uniform 3.9% in Intel's favor. This includes the multi-core tests, where the Intel part scores 1233, 5138, and 12234 in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 respectively, compared to AMD's 1187, 4946, and 11777. The single-core scores follow the same pattern, with Intel posting 725 and 1727 in Cinebench R20 and R23, against AMD's 698 and 1662.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data presents a clear and unambiguous picture: the Intel Core i7-10875H outperforms the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I in every benchmark they share. The consistency of the margins is notable. In the multi-core tests, the Intel part is exactly 3.9% faster across all three Cinebench versions (R15, R20, and R23). This uniformity suggests a fundamental clock-speed advantage rather than any architectural scaling difference, as the relative performance gap does not widen with increased thread utilization. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12234 for Intel against 11777 for AMD represents a 457-point lead, which in a rendering workload is a meaningful, though not transformative, difference.

The single-core results tell a similar story, though the margins are slightly more varied. The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows the widest gap at 4.2%, with Intel scoring 174 versus AMD's 167. The R20 and R23 single-core tests both show a 3.9% lead for Intel, with scores of 725 vs. 698 and 1727 vs. 1662, respectively. This consistent 3.9% delta across both single and multi-threaded workloads is a strong indicator that the performance difference is driven primarily by the Intel chip's higher sustained and peak clock frequencies, rather than by any specific workload characteristic. The Intel part's boost clock of 5.10 GHz is significantly higher than the AMD chip's 3.80 GHz, and this advantage is clearly reflected in the benchmark outcomes.

Looking at the broader context, the average benchmark score for the Intel Core i7-10875H is 3432, placing it in the 54th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I averages 3406, also in the 54th percentile. This puts the two chips statistically on par in terms of overall standing, yet the head-to-head data shows Intel winning every single test. The Intel part's nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-9880H with an average score of 3433, a delta of 0%. The AMD chip's closest competitor is the Intel Xeon E-2236, with an average score of 3410, a delta of -0.1%. Interestingly, the two processors are listed as rivals to each other, with the Intel Core i7-10875H appearing in the AMD chip's nearest rivals list with a delta of -0.8%, reflecting the AMD part's slightly lower average score.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i7-10875H wins in all measured performance categories. There are no tests where the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I emerges victorious. The Intel part's advantage is present in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, meaning it is the better choice for tasks that rely on raw processing speed, such as general application responsiveness, as well as for heavily threaded workloads like video encoding or 3D rendering. The Intel chip's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12234 demonstrates its capability in sustained multi-threaded workloads, while its R23 single-core score of 1727 shows it also excels in lightly-threaded tasks.

For the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I, the data shows no performance wins. Its strengths, therefore, lie outside the bounds of raw benchmark scores. The chip's specifications suggest its primary advantages are in power efficiency and platform features. With a 15 W TDP, it is designed for environments where thermal and power constraints are critical, a factor not captured in the Cinebench scores. Furthermore, it supports ECC memory, a feature that is often essential in embedded and reliability-focused applications, and which the Intel part lacks. The AMD chip also offers more PCIe Gen 4 lanes (20) compared to Intel's Gen 3 lanes (16), which could be a deciding factor for specific I/O-intensive embedded use cases. In this comparison, the Intel processor is the performance winner, while the AMD processor is positioned for entirely different priorities based on its specification sheet.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Core i7-10875H is based on the Comet Lake architecture, specifically the Comet Lake-H codename, and is manufactured on Intel's 14 nm process node. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I utilizes the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt, and is fabricated by TSMC on a 6 nm process node. This difference in process technology is significant, as the smaller node typically allows for greater power efficiency and higher transistor density. The Intel chip's die size is listed at 177.5 mm², while no die size is provided for the AMD part.

The cache hierarchies differ as well. Both processors have 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: Intel provides 256 KB per core, while the AMD chip offers 512 KB per core. This gives the AMD processor a potential advantage in workloads that benefit from a larger L2 cache. Both chips share 16 MB of L3 cache, which is a point of parity. The memory support is another major architectural divergence. The Intel part supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, while the AMD chip supports the newer DDR5 standard, also on a dual-channel bus. This results in a significantly higher theoretical memory bandwidth for the AMD part: 76.8 GB/s versus Intel's 46.9 GB/s.

The integrated graphics also differ. The Intel Core i7-10875H includes UHD Graphics, whereas no integrated graphics are listed for the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I. This means the Intel part can drive a display without a discrete GPU, while the AMD chip would require an external graphics solution. The manufacturing foundry is another key difference: Intel fabricates its own chip, while AMD uses TSMC. Finally, the platform support differs, with the Intel part using the Intel BGA 1440 socket and the AMD chip using the AMD Socket FP7.

Specification Differences

The specification sheets reveal several key differences between the two processors. The most striking is the TDP: the Intel Core i7-10875H has a 45 W TDP, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I is rated at just 15 W. This is a threefold difference and highlights the AMD chip's focus on low-power operation. Clock speeds also differ substantially. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The AMD chip has a base clock of 1900.00 MHz (1.90 GHz) and a boost clock of 3.80 GHz. The Intel processor's boost clock is significantly higher, which directly contributes to its benchmark wins.

The memory support is another differentiating factor. Intel supports DDR4, while AMD supports DDR5. This is paired with different memory bandwidth figures of 46.9 GB/s for Intel and 76.8 GB/s for AMD. ECC memory support is exclusive to the AMD chip, which is a critical feature for error-sensitive workloads. The PCIe capabilities also differ: Intel offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes. This gives the AMD chip both a newer standard and more lanes for expansion. The process node is a major difference, with Intel on 14 nm and AMD on 6 nm. The L2 cache is also different, with Intel at 256 KB per core and AMD at 512 KB per core. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $450; no launch MSRP is listed for the AMD chip. Finally, the release dates differ, with Intel launching in 2020 and AMD in 2022, and the market segments are listed as Mobile for Intel and Desktop for AMD.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core i7-10875H is faster. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 12234 compared to the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I's 11777, a 3.9% difference. The same 3.9% margin is observed in Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core tests.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I more power-efficient?

A: Yes, based on the TDP figures. The AMD chip has a TDP of 15 W, while the Intel Core i7-10875H has a TDP of 45 W. This indicates the AMD processor is designed for significantly lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i7-10875H does not list ECC memory as a supported feature.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I has a higher memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Intel Core i7-10875H has 46.9 GB/s. This is due to the AMD chip's support for DDR5 memory, whereas the Intel part supports DDR4.

Q: What are the differences in PCIe support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel Core i7-10875H provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. The AMD chip supports a newer generation and has more available lanes.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-10875H have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes UHD Graphics. No integrated graphics are listed for the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I, meaning it would require a discrete graphics card for display output.