AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 vs Intel Xeon E-2386G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 wins every single head-to-head comparison against the Intel Xeon E-2386G. Across six Cinebench tests spanning R15, R20, and R23, the AMD part takes a clean 6-0 sweep. The margins are narrow but consistent, ranging from 3.5% to 3.8%, which suggests a systematic advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 scores 1730 against the Intel Xeon E-2386G's 1672, a 3.5% lead. The single-core R15 test shows a slightly larger gap: 244 versus 235, a 3.8% advantage for AMD. That single-core margin is the largest of any test in the comparison, indicating the Ryzen part holds a small edge in lightly threaded workloads as well.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The AMD chip scores 7212 in multicore versus 6968 for Intel, again a 3.5% difference. In R20 single-core, AMD posts 1018 against Intel's 983, a 3.6% lead. The consistency of these deltas, all hovering around 3.5%, points to a stable performance differential that scales evenly across both core-heavy and single-threaded tasks.

Cinebench R23 confirms the trend. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 reaches 17172 in multicore, while the Intel Xeon E-2386G manages 16592, a 3.5% gap. In single-core R23, AMD scores 2424 versus 2342 for Intel, another 3.5% difference. No test in the entire suite favors the Intel processor, and no test shows AMD winning by an outsized margin either. The advantage is real, measurable, and uniform.

Looking at the broader database context, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 holds an average benchmark score of 4967, placing it in the 59th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Xeon E-2386G averages 4799, also landing in the 59th percentile. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12600HE at 4980 (0.3% behind AMD), the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G at 4949 (0.4% ahead of AMD in that specific comparison), the Intel Core i7-1375PRE at 4985 (0.4% behind), and the Intel Xeon W-2150B at 4992 (0.5% behind). For the Intel Xeon E-2386G, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X at 4807 (0.2% behind Intel), the Intel Core i5-1350P at 4776 (0.5% ahead of Intel), the Intel Xeon W-1290E at 4775 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD EPYC 7252 at 4772 (0.6% ahead). The 168-point gap in average scores between the two reviewed chips places them in the same performance tier, but the AMD part consistently sits on the higher side of that tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multicore performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 wins all three multicore tests. It leads by 3.5% in Cinebench R15 (1730 vs 1672), 3.5% in R20 (7212 vs 6968), and 3.5% in R23 (17172 vs 16592).

Q: Does the Intel Xeon E-2386G win in any benchmark?

A: No. The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 winning all six head-to-head tests. The Intel chip's best single-core result is 983 in Cinebench R20, which still trails AMD's 1018.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has an average benchmark score of 4967, while the Intel Xeon E-2386G averages 4799. Both sit in the 59th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: What is the single-core performance difference?

A: In Cinebench R15 single-core, AMD scores 244 against Intel's 235, a 3.8% lead. In R20 single-core, AMD scores 1018 against 983, a 3.6% lead. In R23 single-core, AMD scores 2424 against 2342, a 3.5% lead.

Q: Which CPUs are closest to each processor in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-12600HE (4980, 0.3% behind), Intel Core i7-1375PRE (4985, 0.4% behind), and Intel Xeon W-2150B (4992, 0.5% behind). The Intel Xeon E-2386G's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X (4807, 0.2% behind), Intel Core i5-1350P (4776, 0.5% ahead), and Intel Xeon W-1290E (4775, 0.5% ahead).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 and the Intel Xeon E-2386G support ECC memory, making either suitable for error-sensitive workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 uses the Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Xeon E-2386G uses Rocket Lake, specifically the Rocket Lake-E variant, fabricated on Intel's 14 nm process. The process node gap is substantial: 6 nm versus 14 nm, which helps explain how AMD achieves competitive performance with significantly lower power consumption.

Core counts differ as well. The AMD chip packs 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the Intel part posts close scores in multicore tests, thanks to its higher clock speeds. The Intel Xeon E-2386G has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, compared to the AMD part's 3.30 GHz base and 3.80 GHz boost. That 1.30 GHz boost advantage helps Intel close the gap, but it is not enough to overcome AMD's two additional cores.

Cache hierarchies differ in structure. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel Xeon E-2386G has 80 KB of L1 per core, also 512 KB of L2 per core, but only 12 MB of shared L3. The AMD part's larger L3 pool gives it an edge in workloads that benefit from more shared cache.

Memory support diverges sharply. The AMD chip supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a theoretical bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel chip supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The AMD part's memory bandwidth advantage is roughly 50% on paper, which can matter for memory-intensive applications.

The Intel Xeon E-2386G includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics P750, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has no listed integrated graphics. Both processors support ECC memory and both use PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part has a die size of 276 mm², while the AMD part's die size is not recorded in the database.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 and Intel Xeon E-2386G differ across nearly every major specification category. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 3.30 GHz for AMD and 3.50 GHz for Intel, but boost clocks are 3.80 GHz versus 5.10 GHz, a significant Intel advantage.

Thermal design power differs dramatically: the AMD chip is rated at 45 W, while the Intel chip is rated at 95 W. The AMD part consumes less than half the power budget of the Intel part while still winning every benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. Sockets are incompatible: the AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP7, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1200.

Process technology favors AMD at 6 nm from TSMC versus Intel's 14 nm. The Intel chip's die size is recorded at 276 mm², while the AMD chip's die size is not listed. Memory support differs by generation: DDR5 for AMD with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, DDR4 for Intel with 51.2 GB/s. L1 cache per core is 64 KB on AMD versus 80 KB on Intel, while L2 is identical at 512 KB per core. L3 is 16 MB shared on AMD versus 12 MB shared on Intel.

The Intel Xeon E-2386G includes UHD Graphics P750 integrated graphics; the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 lists no integrated graphics. The Intel part is classified as a Server/Workstation segment product with a launch MSRP of $450. The AMD part is classified as Desktop segment. Release dates differ: the AMD chip launched in September 2022, the Intel chip in September 2021. Both have locked multipliers, both support ECC memory, and both provide PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 wins in every measured benchmark category. It leads in all three multicore tests and all three single-core tests. The data shows no scenario from the recorded suite where the Intel Xeon E-2386G comes out ahead. The AMD part's advantages include lower power consumption at 45 W versus 95 W, newer DDR5 memory support with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth versus 51.2 GB/s, more cores (8 versus 6), more threads (16 versus 12), and a larger shared L3 cache (16 MB versus 12 MB).

The Intel Xeon E-2386G wins on raw clock speed territory, with a 5.10 GHz boost versus 3.80 GHz, though this does not translate into benchmark wins in the recorded data. It also offers integrated graphics, which the AMD part lacks entirely. For systems that require a display output without a discrete GPU, the Intel chip has a functional advantage that no benchmark in this suite captures. The Intel part is also classified for the Server/Workstation segment, while the AMD chip is categorized as Desktop.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the AMD part still holds the edge despite the Intel chip's higher boost clock. The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows AMD at 244 versus 235, a 3.8% margin. This suggests the Zen 3+ architecture's instructions-per-clock efficiency offsets Intel's clock speed advantage.

The Verdict

The recorded benchmark data points to a clear conclusion: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 is the faster processor in this comparison. It wins all six Cinebench tests with consistent 3.5% to 3.8% margins, does so at 45 W compared to 95 W, and supports faster DDR5 memory. The Intel Xeon E-2386G's higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz and its integrated graphics are notable features, but neither translates into a benchmark victory in the measured suite.

Buyers prioritizing raw compute performance should select the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48. It delivers higher scores in every recorded test while consuming less than half the power. The 6 nm process and 8-core configuration provide a structural advantage that the Intel chip's clock speed cannot overcome.

Buyers who need integrated graphics, a server/workstation classification, or compatibility with Intel Socket 1200 platforms should consider the Intel Xeon E-2386G. Its UHD Graphics P750 provides display output capability that the AMD part does not offer. The Intel chip also carries a launch MSRP of $450, which may factor into procurement decisions.

The average benchmark scores place both processors in the 59th percentile of all CPUs, so neither is a performance outlier. But within this specific matchup, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 is the stronger choice for compute-bound workloads, while the Intel Xeon E-2386G justifies consideration for systems requiring integrated graphics or Intel platform compatibility. The data favors AMD for pure performance, and the power efficiency gap only reinforces that recommendation.