AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the AMD Ryzen 5 130 and the NVIDIA RTX Spark?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The NVIDIA RTX Spark has 20 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 boosts to 4.55 GHz, while the NVIDIA RTX Spark boosts to 4.00 GHz.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is built on a 6 nm process, while the NVIDIA RTX Spark uses a 3 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Q: How do the memory systems differ between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 supports dual-channel DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The NVIDIA RTX Spark supports quad-channel LPDDR5X with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is marked as Active in production. The NVIDIA RTX Spark is marked as unreleased.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor include?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 includes a Radeon 660M. The NVIDIA RTX Spark includes a GB20B "Blackwell" integrated GPU.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 and NVIDIA RTX Spark represent fundamentally different design approaches. The Ryzen 5 130 uses the Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt-R codename, while the RTX Spark uses the N1X codename under the Spark (GB10) generation.

The process nodes diverge sharply. AMD's chip is fabricated on a 6 nm node, whereas NVIDIA's part uses a 3 nm node. Both come from TSMC, but the smaller geometry gives the RTX Spark a density advantage. Die sizes are similar: the Ryzen 5 130 measures 210 mm², and the RTX Spark measures 208 mm².

Core organization differs substantially. The AMD processor has 6 cores with 12 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading. The NVIDIA part has 20 cores and 20 threads, meaning no multithreading per core. The cache hierarchy reflects this split. The Ryzen 5 130 allocates 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with a shared 16 MB L3 pool. The RTX Spark allocates 128 KB of L1 per core and a much larger 2 MB of L2 per core, but only 8 MB of shared L3. This suggests the RTX Spark relies more heavily on per-core L2 capacity, while the Ryzen design leans on a larger shared L3.

Memory architecture also separates the two. The Ryzen 5 130 uses DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, delivering 76.8 GB/s. The RTX Spark uses LPDDR5X on a quad-channel bus, delivering 273.1 GB/s, which is roughly 3.6 times the bandwidth. The Ryzen part supports ECC memory; the RTX Spark does not. PCIe connectivity is present on the AMD chip (Gen 4, 20 lanes, CPU only), while the RTX Spark lists PCIe as N/A. The AMD processor uses socket AMD Socket FP7, while the RTX Spark has no listed socket. Both are mobile-market parts, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data for these two processors is currently empty, meaning no head-to-head scores have been recorded. The wins column shows 0 for both. However, the specification differences point to distinct strengths.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark wins on raw core count. With 20 cores versus 6, it has more than three times the parallel execution resources. That advantage, combined with 273.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth, positions it for workloads that scale across many threads and demand high data throughput. The larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 512 KB) also suggests a design tuned for repeated access to working sets within each core.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 wins on clock speed. Its 4.55 GHz boost exceeds the RTX Spark's 4.00 GHz. It also has a lower TDP of 28 watts versus 38 watts, indicating better efficiency per watt. The 12 threads from 6 cores give it simultaneous multithreading, which can help in mixed workloads that benefit from two threads per core. The 16 MB shared L3 is double the RTX Spark's 8 MB, so workloads with shared data across cores may see lower latency on the AMD side.

The ECC memory support on the Ryzen 5 130 is a reliability feature absent from the RTX Spark. The AMD chip also has an active production status, meaning it is available now, while the RTX Spark is unreleased.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the AMD Ryzen 5 130 and the NVIDIA RTX Spark:

• Cores: 6 (AMD) versus 20 (NVIDIA)
• Threads: 12 (AMD) versus 20 (NVIDIA)
• Base clock: 2.90 GHz (AMD) versus 1.70 GHz (NVIDIA)
• Boost clock: 4.55 GHz (AMD) versus 4.00 GHz (NVIDIA)
• TDP: 28 watts (AMD) versus 38 watts (NVIDIA)
• Socket: AMD Socket FP7 (AMD) versus none listed (NVIDIA)
• Architecture: Zen 3+ (AMD) versus none listed (NVIDIA)
• Codename: Rembrandt-R (AMD) versus N1X (NVIDIA)
• Generation: Ryzen 5 (Zen 3+ (Rembrandt)) (AMD) versus Spark (GB10) (NVIDIA)
• Process node: 6 nm (AMD) versus 3 nm (NVIDIA)
• Die size: 210 mm² (AMD) versus 208 mm² (NVIDIA)
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core (AMD) versus 128 KB per core (NVIDIA)
• L2 cache: 512 KB per core (AMD) versus 2 MB per core (NVIDIA)
• L3 cache: 16 MB shared (AMD) versus 8 MB shared (NVIDIA)
• Memory support: DDR5 (AMD) versus LPDDR5X (NVIDIA)
• Memory bus: Dual-channel (AMD) versus Quad-channel (NVIDIA)
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s (AMD) versus 273.1 GB/s (NVIDIA)
• ECC memory: true (AMD) versus false (NVIDIA)
• PCIe: Gen 4, 20 lanes (CPU only) (AMD) versus N/A (NVIDIA)
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 660M (AMD) versus GB20B "Blackwell" (NVIDIA)
• Production status: Active (AMD) versus unreleased (NVIDIA)
• Release date: 2025-09-30 (AMD) versus 2025-12-31 (NVIDIA)
• Part number: 100-000000992(FP7r2) (AMD) versus GSE1-675-A1 (NVIDIA)

Fields that match: both are mobile market segment, both have a percentile of 50 versus all CPUs, both have an average benchmark score of 0, both have no launch MSRP, both have locked multipliers, both have no nearest rivals, and both have no benchmarks recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark array is empty. No scores exist for either processor in the database. The wins counters for both parts are set to 0. The average benchmark score for each is 0, and the percentile versus all CPUs is 50 for both, which is the median value.

Without recorded benchmark data, the comparison must rely entirely on the specification sheet. The most decisive gaps are in memory bandwidth and core count. The RTX Spark's 273.1 GB/s is a 3.6x advantage over the Ryzen 5 130's 76.8 GB/s. In memory-bound applications, such as data streaming or large matrix operations, that difference would likely dominate. The 20 cores versus 6 cores is a 3.3x advantage in raw thread count, which favors the RTX Spark in heavily parallel workloads.

The AMD part counters with a 4.55 GHz boost versus 4.00 GHz, a 13.75% clock advantage. Single-threaded performance, which often scales with frequency, would favor the Ryzen 5 130. The 12 threads from 6 cores also provide a 2x thread-per-core ratio, which can improve responsiveness in interactive workloads. The 16 MB L3 versus 8 MB L3 is a 2x capacity advantage on the AMD side, which matters for shared data access patterns.

The TDP difference is 10 watts, with the AMD part at 28 watts and the RTX Spark at 38 watts. The lower power draw suggests the Ryzen 5 130 can sustain its boost clocks under a tighter thermal envelope. The RTX Spark's higher power allowance supports its larger core count and higher memory bandwidth, but it comes at a 35.7% increase in TDP.

The Verdict

The data points to two very different processors with no benchmark results to separate them, so the decision rests on workload type.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark is the better choice for parallel throughput. Its 20 cores, 20 threads, and 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth create a configuration suited for multi-threaded compute, large data sets, and memory-intensive tasks. The 2 MB L2 per core and 3 nm process also suggest a design optimized for high-density compute. The quad-channel memory bus is a clear signal that this part is meant to feed many cores simultaneously. However, it is unreleased, has no socket listed, and draws 38 watts, which is higher than the AMD part.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is the better choice for single-threaded responsiveness and efficiency. Its 4.55 GHz boost clock leads the comparison. The 28 watt TDP is lower by 10 watts. The 12 threads from 6 cores provide simultaneous multithreading, which can help in mixed workloads. The 16 MB shared L3 gives it a larger pool for shared data. It is active in production, so it is available today. It supports ECC memory, which adds reliability for data-sensitive tasks. The DDR5 memory with dual-channel bus is simpler, but the lower bandwidth reflects its lower core count.

For users prioritizing raw compute throughput, the RTX Spark's specifications are compelling, specifically the 20 cores and quad-channel LPDDR5X. For users prioritizing clock speed, efficiency, and availability, the Ryzen 5 130 is the stronger candidate. The recorded data shows no benchmark wins for either, so the final selection depends on which specification set matches the intended workload.