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M1 vs Ryzen Embedded V1756B

CPUCPUGPUGPU

M1

8 Cores8 Thrd−WMax: 3.2 GHz2020

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AMD

Ryzen Embedded V1756B

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2018

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

M1
8 / 8
8,207
+1.2%
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
4 / 8
8,107
0.0%
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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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

M1

2020

Why buy it

  • ✅+1.2% higher PassMark.
  • ✅+700% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 2 MB).

Trade-offs

  • ❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Ryzen Embedded V1756B

2018

Why buy it

    Trade-offs

    • ❌Lower PassMark (8,107 vs 8,207).
    • ❌Smaller total L3 cache (2 MB vs 16 MB).
    • ❌Launch MSRP is still $250 MSRP, while M1 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

    Quick Answers

    So, is Ryzen Embedded V1756B better than M1?
    It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Embedded V1756B is ahead with a 2.7% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, M1 pulls ahead with 1.2% better PassMark. M1 also has the bigger cache pool with 700% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 2 MB).
    Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
    For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, M1 is the better fit. You are getting 1.2% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 8 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 700% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 2 MB).
    Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
    Ryzen Embedded V1756B is the smarter buy today. Ryzen Embedded V1756B is at an unclear MSRP at $250 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 2.7% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. The trade-off is that M1 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 1.2% better PassMark. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (32.4 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.
    Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
    M1 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2018), 700% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 2 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 8 cores / 8 threads instead of 4/8. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

    Games Benchmarks

    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.

    Path of Exile 2

    Path of Exile 2

    PresetM1Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    1080p
    low173 FPS177 FPS
    medium137 FPS154 FPS
    high111 FPS126 FPS
    ultra88 FPS99 FPS
    1440p
    low140 FPS147 FPS
    medium109 FPS124 FPS
    high86 FPS98 FPS
    ultra68 FPS76 FPS
    4K
    low65 FPS65 FPS
    medium55 FPS58 FPS
    high43 FPS46 FPS
    ultra34 FPS36 FPS
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    Counter-Strike 2

    Counter-Strike 2

    PresetM1Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    1080p
    low163 FPS175 FPS
    medium143 FPS153 FPS
    high126 FPS143 FPS
    ultra99 FPS108 FPS
    1440p
    low140 FPS148 FPS
    medium127 FPS129 FPS
    high114 FPS120 FPS
    ultra89 FPS95 FPS
    4K
    low99 FPS109 FPS
    medium93 FPS98 FPS
    high82 FPS74 FPS
    ultra64 FPS52 FPS
    Open M1Open Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    League of Legends

    League of Legends

    PresetM1Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    1080p
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
    1440p
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
    4K
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
    Open M1Open Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    Valorant

    Valorant

    PresetM1Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    1080p
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
    1440p
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
    4K
    low205 FPS203 FPS
    medium205 FPS203 FPS
    high205 FPS203 FPS
    ultra205 FPS203 FPS
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    Technical Specifications

    Side-by-side comparison of M1 and Ryzen Embedded V1756B

    M1

    The M1 is manufactured by Apple. It was released in 10 November 2020 (5 years ago). It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.064 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 5 nm process technology. Passmark benchmark score: 8,207 points. Launch price was $149.

    AMD

    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.

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    Processing Power

    The M1 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V1756B offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the M1 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the M1 versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B (base: 2.064 GHz vs 3.25 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V1756B is built on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the M1 scores 8,207 against the Ryzen Embedded V1756B's 8,107 — a 1.2% lead for the M1. L3 cache: 16 MB on the M1 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B.

    FeatureM1Ryzen Embedded V1756B
    Cores / Threads
    8 / 8+100%
    4 / 8
    Boost Clock
    3.2 GHz
    3.6 GHz+12%
    Base Clock
    2.064 GHz
    3.25 GHz+57%
    L3 Cache
    16 MB+700%
    2 MB (total)
    L2 Cache
    16 MB+3100%
    512K (per core)
    Process
    5 nm-64%
    14 nm
    Architecture
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    Zen (2017−2020)
    PassMark
    8,207+1%
    8,107