Core i5-8265U vs Ryzen Embedded R2314
Core i5-8265U
Ryzen Embedded R2314
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. The Core i5-8265U is positioned at rank #353 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8265U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2314
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8265U | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8265U | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) |
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 i5-8265U and Ryzen Embedded R2314
Core i5-8265U
The Core i5-8265U 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 5,812 points. Launch price was $297.
Ryzen Embedded R2314
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,850 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8265U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen Embedded R2314's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-8265U versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2314 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-8265U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-8265U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8265U scores 5,812 against the Ryzen Embedded R2314's 5,850 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2314. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-8265U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2314.
| Feature | Core i5-8265U | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+11% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.1 GHz+31% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 5,812 | 5,850 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,200 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,500 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8265U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-8265U | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8265U) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded R2314). The Core i5-8265U includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 620), while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8265U targets Mainstream Laptop.
| Feature | Core i5-8265U | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | — |
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