Core i7-7560U
VS
Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Core i7-7560U vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Intel

Core i7-7560U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2017
VS
AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2019

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 i7-7560U is positioned at rank 786 and the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, so the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7560U

#774
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1170%
#775
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1153%
#776
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
1059%
#777
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
1054%
#778
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
1044%
#780
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
1008%
#781
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
967%
#782
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
965%
#783
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
939%
#786
Core i7-7560U
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#790
Athlon 64 TF-20
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
99%
#795
Core i3-1115G4E
MSRP: $213|Avg: $47
98%
#797
Celeron M 900
MSRP: $86|Avg: $10
97%
#800
Celeron B815
MSRP: $86|Avg: $15
97%
#801
Celeron B810
MSRP: $86|Avg: $86
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G

#460
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
618%
#461
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
609%
#462
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
559%
#463
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
556%
#464
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
551%
#466
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
532%
#467
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
510%
#468
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
510%
#469
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
496%
#472
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-7560U leads in gaming performance. However, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore i7-7560URyzen 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 (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCore i7-7560URyzen Embedded R1505G
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 i7-7560U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Intel

Core i7-7560U

The Core i7-7560U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,760 points. Launch price was $415.

AMD

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 i7-7560U and Ryzen Embedded R1505G share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-7560U versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 14.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-7560U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-7560U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7560U scores 3,760 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-7560U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

FeatureCore i7-7560URyzen Embedded R1505G
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 4
Boost Clock
3.8 GHz+15%
3.3 GHz
Base Clock
2.4 GHz
2.4 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512 kB
512 kB (per core)
Process
14 nm
14 nm
Architecture
Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark
3,760
3,799+1%
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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-7560U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i7-7560U versus DDR4-2400 on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — the Core i7-7560U supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-7560U) vs 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — the Core i7-7560U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCore i7-7560URyzen Embedded R1505G
Socket
BGA1356
FP5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
2133+53225%
DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity
32
32 GB+104857500%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
12+50%
8
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-7560U) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). Both include integrated graphics Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 (Core i7-7560U) and Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7560U targets Mobile, Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.

FeatureCore i7-7560URyzen Embedded R1505G
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Radeon Vega 3
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
true
AMD-V
Target Use
Mobile
Embedded