Core i3-8145U vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Core i3-8145U
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i3-8145U is positioned at rank 587 and the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, so the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8145U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8145U | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8145U | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 Core i3-8145U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Core i3-8145U
The Core i3-8145U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,781 points. Launch price was $281.
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
Both the Core i3-8145U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-8145U versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-8145U (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i3-8145U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8145U scores 3,781 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-8145U | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+18% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.4 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,781 | 3,799 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8145U uses the FCBGA1528 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 DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Core i3-8145U 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. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-8145U) vs 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — the Core i3-8145U offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-8145U | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8145U) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 620 (Core i3-8145U) and Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8145U targets Mobile, Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Core i3-8145U | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 620 | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Embedded |
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