Ryzen 7 5700X vs Ryzen Embedded V2A46

AMD

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2022

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AMD

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

6 Cores12 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2023

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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.

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.

Ryzen 7 5700X

2022

Why buy it

  • Better for gaming: +130.1% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • +300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
  • 100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

  • Launch MSRP is still $299 MSRP, while Ryzen Embedded V2A46 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
  • 85.7% higher power demand at 65W vs 35W.

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

2023

Why buy it

  • Draws 35W instead of 65W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5700X across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • Lower PassMark (4,999 vs 26,609).
  • Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 5700X better than Ryzen Embedded V2A46?
Yes. Ryzen 7 5700X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 130.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 432.3% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.
Which one is better for gaming?
If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 7 5700X is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 130.1% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 7 5700X is the better fit. You are getting 432.3% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Ryzen 7 5700X is the smarter buy today. Ryzen 7 5700X is at an unclear MSRP at $299 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 130.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (89.0 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), 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?
Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2022). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

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

PresetRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
1080p
low156 FPS125 FPS
medium129 FPS125 FPS
high115 FPS107 FPS
ultra94 FPS84 FPS
1440p
low137 FPS125 FPS
medium111 FPS113 FPS
high95 FPS89 FPS
ultra78 FPS69 FPS
4K
low77 FPS66 FPS
medium67 FPS56 FPS
high55 FPS43 FPS
ultra43 FPS34 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
1080p
low649 FPS125 FPS
medium549 FPS125 FPS
high448 FPS125 FPS
ultra404 FPS125 FPS
1440p
low552 FPS125 FPS
medium484 FPS125 FPS
high407 FPS125 FPS
ultra350 FPS116 FPS
4K
low343 FPS125 FPS
medium303 FPS125 FPS
high277 FPS120 FPS
ultra245 FPS89 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
1080p
low665 FPS125 FPS
medium557 FPS125 FPS
high509 FPS125 FPS
ultra439 FPS125 FPS
1440p
low554 FPS125 FPS
medium458 FPS125 FPS
high419 FPS125 FPS
ultra358 FPS125 FPS
4K
low402 FPS125 FPS
medium322 FPS125 FPS
high292 FPS125 FPS
ultra229 FPS125 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
1080p
low665 FPS125 FPS
medium665 FPS125 FPS
high665 FPS125 FPS
ultra665 FPS125 FPS
1440p
low665 FPS125 FPS
medium665 FPS125 FPS
high607 FPS125 FPS
ultra533 FPS125 FPS
4K
low545 FPS125 FPS
medium488 FPS125 FPS
high439 FPS125 FPS
ultra385 FPS125 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 5700X and Ryzen Embedded V2A46

AMD

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

AMD

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,999 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 5700X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 — a 35.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5700X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5700X scores 26,609 against the Ryzen Embedded V2A46's 4,999 — a 136.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5700X vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46.

FeatureRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
Cores / Threads
8 / 16+33%
6 / 12
Boost Clock
4.6 GHz+44%
3.2 GHz
Base Clock
3.4 GHz+13%
3 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB (total)+300%
8 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
512 kB (per core)
Process
7 nm
7 nm
Architecture
Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark
26,609+432%
4,999
Cinebench R23 Multi
14,000
Geekbench 6 Single
2,116
Geekbench 6 Multi
9,715
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 5700X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
Socket
AM4
FP6
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+33%
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
Yes
PCIe Lanes
24
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V2A46). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.

FeatureRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
Integrated GPU
No
Unlocked
Yes
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
Target Use
Gaming
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 7 5700X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 debuted at $0. On MSRP ($299 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is $299 cheaper.

FeatureRyzen 7 5700XRyzen Embedded V2A46
MSRP
$299
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
89.0
Release Date
2022
2023