Core i3-10305T vs Ryzen Embedded R2544
Core i3-10305T
Ryzen Embedded R2544
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Core i3-10305T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2544
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10305T | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($143) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-R (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10305T | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+96%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($143) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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 Core i3-10305T and Ryzen Embedded R2544
Core i3-10305T
The Core i3-10305T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,512 points. Launch price was $143.
Ryzen Embedded R2544
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,486 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-10305T and Ryzen Embedded R2544 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i3-10305T versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — a 7.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-10305T (base: 3 GHz vs 3.35 GHz). The Core i3-10305T uses the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10305T scores 8,512 against the Ryzen Embedded R2544's 8,486 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-10305T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-10305T vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2544.
| Feature | Core i3-10305T | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+8% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.35 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-R (2021) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 8,512 | 8,486 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-10305T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-10305T | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-10305T launched at $143 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 debuted at $280. At current prices ($143 vs $280), the Core i3-10305T is $137 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10305T delivers 59.5 pts/$ vs 30.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — making the Core i3-10305T the 65% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10305T | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $143-49% | $280 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $143-49% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 59.5+96% | 30.3 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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