Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G vs Ryzen Embedded V2718
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G
Ryzen Embedded V2718
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V2718
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($120) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+69%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($120) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G and Ryzen Embedded V2718
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 16,058 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen Embedded V2718
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.15 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,831 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G versus 4.15 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 — a 1.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). Both are built on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture using a 7 nm process. In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G scores 16,058 against the Ryzen Embedded V2718's 15,831 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+1% | 4.15 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+118% | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 16,058+1% | 15,831 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 654 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,124 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,551 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4 3200 MHz |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G) / true (Ryzen Embedded V2718). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 7), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded V2718 targets Embedded.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 7 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G launched at $209 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V2718 debuted at $250. At current prices ($120 vs $200), the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G delivers 133.8 pts/$ vs 79.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V2718 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G the 51.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G | Ryzen Embedded V2718 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $209-16% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-40% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 133.8+69% | 79.2 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2020 |
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