AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 vs Intel Core i5-13500TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-13500TE has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has 8 cores and 16 threads. That’s a 6-core and 4-thread advantage for Intel, which explains its consistent lead in multi-threaded workloads.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-13500TE wins every single-core Cinebench test, but by a narrow margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 2441 versus AMD’s 2424, a 0.7% delta. The R15 single-core test shows Intel at 246 versus AMD’s 244, also a 0.8% edge.

Q: What is the multi-core performance difference in Cinebench R23?

A: Intel leads with a score of 17294 compared to AMD’s 17172 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. That’s a 0.7% advantage, meaning the two are effectively neck-and-neck in heavily threaded rendering despite Intel’s larger core count.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-13500TE and the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 support ECC memory. This makes either chip suitable for workstation or embedded applications where data integrity is critical.

Q: What are the memory support differences?

A: The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD chip supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while Intel does not list a bandwidth figure in the data.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has a base clock of 3.30 GHz, significantly higher than Intel’s 1.30 GHz base clock. However, Intel’s boost clock reaches 4.50 GHz versus AMD’s 3.80 GHz, giving Intel the advantage in peak single-thread speed.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-13500TE claims victory in all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons. Its wins span both multi-core and single-core tests, though the margins are consistently slim—never exceeding 0.8%. The largest advantage comes in Cinebench R15, where Intel leads by 0.8% in both multi-core (1743 vs 1730) and single-core (246 vs 244) tests. In Cinebench R20 and R23, the Intel lead narrows to 0.7% across both multi-core and single-core runs.

Where the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 finds its footing is in base clock efficiency. Its 3.30 GHz base clock is more than double Intel’s 1.30 GHz, meaning AMD sustains higher all-core throughput without relying on boost states. This makes the AMD chip better suited for scenarios where consistent, predictable performance is required over long durations, such as always-on embedded systems. The AMD part also comes with a 45 W TDP versus Intel’s 35 W TDP, so it draws more power but avoids the need for aggressive boost algorithms to reach moderate performance levels.

For single-threaded responsiveness, Intel’s 4.50 GHz boost clock gives it a clear peak-speed advantage. The data shows Intel winning single-core Cinebench R23 with 2441 versus AMD’s 2424, which translates to faster burst performance in lightly threaded tasks like OS interaction or legacy application workflows. However, the 0.7% delta is so small that real-world perceptible differences are negligible.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i5-13500TE is built on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-S die, using Intel’s 10 nm process node with a die size of 215 mm². It features a hybrid architecture with 14 cores and 20 threads, which implies a mix of performance and efficiency cores. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel’s foundry produces this chip in-house.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 uses the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt codename, manufactured on TSMC’s 6 nm process node. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, all based on the same Zen 3+ core design. Cache allocations are smaller: 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. AMD lists no die size for this part.

Process node difference matters: TSMC’s 6 nm node is more advanced than Intel’s 10 nm, which likely contributes to AMD’s higher base clock of 3.30 GHz versus Intel’s 1.30 GHz. The Rembrandt die also integrates a dual-channel DDR5 memory controller with a rated bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 but does not specify bandwidth. PCIe connectivity differs as well: Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on several key specification fields. Core count: Intel has 14 cores versus AMD’s 8. Threads: Intel has 20 versus AMD’s 16. Base clock: AMD runs at 3.30 GHz, Intel at 1.30 GHz. Boost clock: Intel reaches 4.50 GHz, AMD tops out at 3.80 GHz. TDP: Intel is rated at 35 W, AMD at 45 W.

Socket types are incompatible: Intel uses Socket 1700, AMD uses Socket FP7. Process node: Intel is 10 nm, AMD is 6 nm. Foundry: Intel fabricates its own chip, AMD uses TSMC. Die size: Intel measures 215 mm², AMD has no listed die size. L2 cache per core: Intel has 1.25 MB, AMD has 512 KB. L3 cache: Intel has 24 MB shared, AMD has 16 MB shared.

Memory support: Intel accepts DDR4 and DDR5, AMD only DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD lists 76.8 GB/s, Intel has no listed figure. PCIe generation and lanes: Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Integrated graphics: Intel includes UHD Graphics 770, AMD lists none. Launch MSRP: Intel is listed at $235, AMD has no MSRP. Release dates: Intel launched January 3, 2023, AMD launched September 26, 2022.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows Intel’s narrowest margin of victory at 0.8%, with a score of 1743 against AMD’s 1730. That’s a difference of just 13 points, which is within run-to-run variance for many systems. The single-core R15 test also favors Intel by 0.8%, with 246 versus 244.

Moving to Cinebench R20, Intel’s multi-core score of 7263 beats AMD’s 7212 by 0.7%. The single-core test shows Intel at 1025 versus AMD’s 1018, again a 0.7% delta. These margins are remarkably consistent, suggesting the two chips have nearly identical per-clock performance in this workload.

Cinebench R23 multi-core gives Intel 17294 against AMD’s 17172, a 0.7% lead. The single-core R23 result is 2441 for Intel and 2424 for AMD, also 0.7% apart. Across all six benchmarks, Intel wins by either 0.7% or 0.8%, with no single test showing a dramatic gap.

The average benchmark scores tell a similar story: Intel’s average is 5002, AMD’s is 4967, a difference of 0.7%. Both processors sit at the 59th percentile among all CPUs, meaning they occupy the same performance tier relative to the broader market. Intel’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G at an identical 5002 average score, while AMD’s nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-12600HE at 4980, showing the two chips trade blows with similar-class parts.

The data indicates that the Intel Core i5-13500TE is the faster chip in every measured benchmark, but the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 is extraordinarily close. Given AMD’s higher base clock and lower core count, the V3C48 achieves near-parity through superior per-core efficiency and a more advanced 6 nm process. The real differentiators are architectural: Intel offers more cores, more cache, and a higher boost clock, while AMD counters with a smaller process node and higher sustained base clocks.