CPU
GPU
PRO A12-9800
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
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 PRO A12-9800 is positioned at rank 282 and the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, so the PRO A12-9800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar PRO A12-9800
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+44%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 PRO A12-9800 and Ryzen Embedded R1505G
PRO A12-9800
The PRO A12-9800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 October 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,751 points. Launch price was $69.
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
The PRO A12-9800 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the PRO A12-9800 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the PRO A12-9800 versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 24% clock advantage for the PRO A12-9800 (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The PRO A12-9800 uses the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the PRO A12-9800 scores 3,751 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.
| Feature | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+27% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+58% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,751 | 3,799+1% |
Memory & Platform
The PRO A12-9800 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (PRO A12-9800) / AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the PRO A12-9800 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The PRO A12-9800 launched at $110 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G debuted at $80. At current prices ($55 vs $80), the PRO A12-9800 is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the PRO A12-9800 delivers 68.2 pts/$ vs 47.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — making the PRO A12-9800 the 35.8% better value option.
| Feature | PRO A12-9800 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $110 | $80-27% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-31% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 68.2+44% | 47.5 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2019 |
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