Core i5-9400T vs Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Core i5-9400T
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
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 i5-9400T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+320%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 i5-9400T and Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Core i5-9400T
The Core i5-9400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,180 points. Launch price was $182.
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,107 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-9400T packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-9400T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-9400T versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B — a 5.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.25 GHz). The Core i5-9400T uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-9400T scores 8,180 against the Ryzen Embedded V1756B's 8,107 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-9400T. L3 cache: 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-9400T vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B.
| Feature | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.25 GHz+81% |
| L3 Cache | 9 MB (total)+350% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,180 | 8,107 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-9400T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-9400T) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V1756B). The Core i5-9400T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-9400T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-9400T launched at $182 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B debuted at $250. At current prices ($60 vs $250), the Core i5-9400T is $190 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-9400T delivers 136.3 pts/$ vs 32.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B — making the Core i5-9400T the 123.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-9400T | Ryzen Embedded V1756B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $182-27% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-76% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 136.3+321% | 32.4 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2018 |
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