Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen Embedded V2718

CPU

GPU

Core i5-11500H

6 Cores12 Thrd35 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2021

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Ryzen Embedded V2718

8 Cores16 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.15 GHz2020

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Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen Embedded V2718 Performance Spectrum

Core i5-11500H

6 / 12

15,669

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15,831

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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.

Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen Embedded V2718 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen Embedded V2718: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core i5-11500H

2021

Why buy it

✅+60.2% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅+50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB).

Trade-offs

❌133.3% higher power demand at 35W vs 15W.

Ryzen Embedded V2718

2020

Why buy it

✅Draws 15W instead of 35W, a 20W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,124 vs 1,801).
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (654 vs 9,532).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $250 MSRP, while Core i5-11500H mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-11500H better than Ryzen Embedded V2718?

Yes. Core i5-11500H is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 1.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1357.5% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, and the stronger long-term platform, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i5-11500H is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 1.4% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-11500H is the stronger fit. You are getting 1357.5% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads. It also has the larger cache pool with 50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i5-11500H is the easy recommendation for a fresh desktop build. Core i5-11500H comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $250 MSRP, and it still gives you a 1.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen Embedded V2718 only looks good on raw value math because it is a cheap legacy laptop chip, not because it is a real desktop gaming recommendation. It simply does not keep up in modern games, especially when the gap is already 1.4% in the shared gaming data.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i5-11500H makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2021 vs 2020), 50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 6 cores / 12 threads instead of 8/16. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen Embedded V2718 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Core i5-11500H

The Core i5-11500H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake H45 (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 15,669 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen Embedded V2718

The Ryzen Embedded V2718 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.15 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,831 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-11500H packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-11500H versus 4.15 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 — a 10.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-11500H (base: 2.9 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core i5-11500H uses the Tiger Lake H45 (2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11500H scores 15,669 against the Ryzen Embedded V2718's 15,831 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V2718. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 9,532 vs 654 (174.3% advantage for the Core i5-11500H). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,801 vs 1,124, a 46.3% lead for the Core i5-11500H that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,248 vs 4,551 (31.4% advantage for the Core i5-11500H). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-11500H vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2718.

Feature	Core i5-11500H	Ryzen Embedded V2718
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz+11%	4.15 GHz
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+71%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+50%	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	512K (per core)+40860%
Process	10 nm SuperFin	7 nm-30%
Architecture	Tiger Lake H45 (2021)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	15,669	15,831+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	9,532+1357%	654
Geekbench 6 Single	1,801+60%	1,124
Geekbench 6 Multi	6,248+37%	4,551

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-11500H uses the FCBGA1787 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Core i5-11500H supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM570,QM580,WM590 (Core i5-11500H) and SoC (Ryzen Embedded V2718).

Feature	Core i5-11500H	Ryzen Embedded V2718
Socket	FCBGA1787	FP6
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR4 3200 MHz
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+100%	64 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	20

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i5-11500H supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-11500H) vs true (Ryzen Embedded V2718). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 750 (32 EU) (Core i5-11500H) and Radeon Vega 7 (Ryzen Embedded V2718) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11500H targets Gaming, Ryzen Embedded V2718 targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i5-11500H rivals Ryzen 5 5600H.