Athlon PRO 200GE vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Athlon PRO 200GE
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon PRO 200GE
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon PRO 200GE and Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Athlon PRO 200GE
The Athlon PRO 200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,816 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Athlon PRO 200GE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Athlon PRO 200GE versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 3.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). Both are built on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Athlon PRO 200GE scores 3,816 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 0.4% lead for the Athlon PRO 200GE. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.3 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,816 | 3,799 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon PRO 200GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Athlon PRO 200GE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 8 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon PRO 200GE) / AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Vega 3 (Athlon PRO 200GE) and Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Vega 3 | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Athlon PRO 200GE launched at $55 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G debuted at $80. At current prices ($81 vs $80), the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is $1 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon PRO 200GE delivers 47.1 pts/$ vs 47.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — making the Ryzen Embedded R1505G the 0.8% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55-31% | $80 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $81 | $80-1% |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.1 | 47.5 |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2019 |
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