CPU
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Pentium G4560
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
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 Pentium G4560 is positioned at rank #385 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 Pentium G4560
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+41%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
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 Pentium G4560 and Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Pentium G4560
The Pentium G4560 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 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,536 points. Launch price was $108.
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
The Ryzen Embedded V1202B 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 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,512 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium G4560 and Ryzen Embedded V1202B share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Pentium G4560 versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B — a 9% clock advantage for the Pentium G4560 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Pentium G4560 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4560 scores 3,536 against the Ryzen Embedded V1202B's 3,512 — a 0.7% lead for the Pentium G4560. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G4560 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+9% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+52% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,536 | 3,512 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4560 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | 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 (Pentium G4560) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V1202B). The Pentium G4560 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4560 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4560 launched at $64 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B debuted at $100. At current prices ($85 vs $60), the Ryzen Embedded V1202B is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4560 delivers 41.6 pts/$ vs 58.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B — making the Ryzen Embedded V1202B the 33.8% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-36% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $85 | $60-29% |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.6 | 58.5+41% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2018 |
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