AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I vs Intel Core i9-10900TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records six Cinebench comparisons between the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I and the Intel Core i9-10900TE. Across every test, the Intel processor posts the higher score. The margins are narrow, consistently hovering around 2 percent.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Core i9-10900TE scores 1213 against the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I's 1187, a delta of -2.1 percent when viewed from the AMD side. The single-core R15 result follows the same pattern: Intel at 171, AMD at 167, a -2.3 percent gap. These are the smallest relative differences in the entire dataset.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the Intel part scores 5058 in multi-core while the AMD chip records 4946, a -2.2 percent delta. Single-core R20 shows Intel at 714 and AMD at 698, again -2.2 percent. The R23 results mirror this almost exactly: Intel leads multi-core with 12045 versus 11777 (-2.2 percent), and single-core with 1700 versus 1662 (-2.2 percent). The consistency of these deltas across all six tests suggests a stable performance relationship rather than workload-specific variation.

The average benchmark score reflects this overall pattern. The Intel Core i9-10900TE carries an average of 3484 across its benchmark suite, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I averages 3406. The difference of 78 points represents roughly 2.3 percent, consistent with the head-to-head deltas. Both processors sit at the 54th percentile among all CPUs in the database, placing them in the same performance tier overall.

The nearest rivals in the database for each chip reinforce this positioning. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I sits within 0.1 percent of the Intel Xeon E-2236 (average score 3410) and the Intel Xeon E-2146G (3410), and 0.4 percent ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7530U (3394). The Intel Core i9-10900TE's closest competitor is the Intel Xeon D-1732TE at 3486 with a 0 percent delta, followed by the Intel Xeon E-2246G at 3492 (-0.2 percent). These neighbor scores confirm that both processors occupy a similar performance band, with the Intel part sitting slightly higher within that band.

The recorded data shows Intel winning all six head-to-head tests. The AMD chip does not claim a single victory in any Cinebench iteration, whether multi-core or single-core, R15, R20, or R23. The largest Intel advantage appears in R15 single-core at -2.3 percent; the smallest appears in R15 multi-core at -2.1 percent. For practical purposes, the performance gap is nearly uniform across rendering workloads.

The multi-core results merit particular attention given the core count difference. The Intel Core i9-10900TE packs 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I provides 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite the 2-core, 4-thread deficit, the AMD chip stays within roughly 2 percent in multi-core tests. That outcome points to the AMD architecture extracting more work per core, a detail explored in the architecture section below. The data shows that raw core counts alone do not determine the final scores in this comparison.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I does not record a win in any benchmark category. The Intel Core i9-10900TE wins all six tested workloads. The use-case split therefore favors Intel across the board for Cinebench rendering performance.

The Intel processor's multi-core wins are modest but consistent. In R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, it leads by 26, 112, and 268 points respectively. The absolute gap grows as the workload scales, from 2.1 percent in R15 to 2.2 percent in R20 and R23. Users running prolonged multi-threaded render jobs would see the Intel part finish slightly ahead, though the difference may not be perceptible in real-world timelines.

Single-core performance also favors Intel. The R15, R20, and R23 single-core tests show the Intel chip ahead by 4, 16, and 38 points respectively. The consistent -2.2 to -2.3 percent delta indicates that the Intel architecture holds a small but reliable clock-for-clock advantage in lightly threaded workloads. The Intel boost clock of 4.50 GHz versus the AMD boost of 3.80 GHz helps explain this edge, though the architecture differences also play a role.

For users selecting between these two processors, the benchmark data offers a straightforward verdict: the Intel Core i9-10900TE is the faster chip in every measured Cinebench scenario. The AMD part trails by roughly 2 percent across the board. That gap is small enough that it may not matter for casual use, but the data shows no scenario where the AMD chip pulls ahead.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I does offer attributes beyond raw benchmark scores, such as a lower 15 W TDP versus 35 W for Intel, and DDR5 memory support versus DDR4 for Intel. These features do not appear in the Cinebench results but may influence system-level decisions. The benchmark data itself, however, records no AMD wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i9-10900TE uses the Comet Lake architecture on a 14 nm process at Intel. The process node difference is substantial, with AMD's 6 nm node offering significantly smaller transistor geometry than Intel's 14 nm node.

Core and thread counts differ as noted: AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel provides 10 cores and 20 threads. The cache hierarchies also diverge. Both chips share 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: AMD allocates 512 KB per core, while Intel allocates 256 KB per core. The L3 cache totals 16 MB shared on the AMD chip versus 20 MB shared on the Intel part. The larger per-core L2 on AMD may contribute to its competitive multi-core scores despite fewer cores.

Memory support marks another clear split. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with 76.8 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 memory, also dual-channel, with 46.9 GB/s of bandwidth. The AMD chip offers nearly 64 percent more memory bandwidth on paper, a feature that does not translate into Cinebench wins but could matter for memory-intensive workloads outside this benchmark suite. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not, a relevant distinction for embedded or reliability-focused deployments.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. The Intel Core i9-10900TE provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes. The newer PCIe generation and additional lanes give AMD an interface advantage for expansion and storage.

The Intel chip includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics 630, while the AMD part lists no integrated graphics in the database. This means the Intel processor can drive a display without a discrete GPU, whereas the AMD chip requires separate graphics hardware.

Die size is recorded for the Intel processor at 206 mm², while the AMD die size is not listed. The Intel part also has a higher TDP at 35 W versus 15 W for AMD, reflecting the power envelope difference between the two designs. The AMD chip's lower power draw may enable fanless or passively cooled systems, though the database does not specify cooling requirements.

The release dates place the AMD chip in 2022 and the Intel chip in 2020. The AMD processor is newer by roughly two years, which aligns with its more advanced process node and memory technology. The Intel part remains in active production status, as does the AMD chip, so both are currently available in the database.

The Verdict

The benchmark data provides a clear answer for performance-focused buyers. The Intel Core i9-10900TE wins every Cinebench test in the comparison, with margins between 2.1 and 2.3 percent. Six wins out of six tests leaves no ambiguity in the rendering workload category. Users who prioritize Cinebench scores should select the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I, however, offers features that the benchmarks do not capture. Its 15 W TDP is less than half of Intel's 35 W, which may suit power-constrained embedded systems. It supports DDR5 memory with higher bandwidth and ECC functionality, and it provides PCIe Gen 4 connectivity. These attributes matter for system integrators building compact or reliability-focused platforms, even though they do not show up in Cinebench scores.

The launch MSRP for the Intel Core i9-10900TE is $488. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP in the database, so no direct price comparison is possible from the available data.

For workloads that resemble Cinebench, meaning heavily threaded rendering or single-threaded compute, the Intel processor is the faster option by a small but consistent margin. The AMD processor is the more power-efficient option with modern memory and I/O features, but the recorded benchmarks show it losing all six head-to-head tests.

The choice ultimately depends on whether the user values the small performance edge of the Intel chip or the platform-level advantages of the AMD chip. The data supports Intel for raw compute speed and AMD for power efficiency, memory bandwidth, and PCIe generation. Neither processor dominates the other across all criteria; the Intel part dominates the benchmark suite, while the AMD part leads in several architectural specifications.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i9-10900TE scores 12045 versus the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I's 11777, a -2.2 percent delta in Intel's favor.

Q: How many cores does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i9-10900TE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD chip supports DDR5 memory with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth on a dual-channel bus. The Intel chip supports DDR4 memory with 46.9 GB/s bandwidth, also dual-channel.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i9-10900TE does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I has a TDP of 15 W. The Intel Core i9-10900TE has a TDP of 35 W.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900TE includes UHD Graphics 630. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900TE averages 3484, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I averages 3406. Both sit at the 54th percentile among all CPUs.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C18I | Intel Core i9-10900TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 1900.00 MHz | 1800.00 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.80 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Comet Lake |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | Not listed | 206 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 256 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 46.9 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | None | UHD Graphics 630 |

| Release Date | 2022-09-26 | 2020-04-29 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $488 |

| Part Number | 100-000000559 | SRJFC |