Ryzen 7 5800X vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Ryzen 7 5800X
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+224%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($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 Ryzen 7 5800X and Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Ryzen 7 5800X
The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.
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 Ryzen 7 5800X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Ryzen 7 5800X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 35% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5800X (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5800X scores 27,712 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 151.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 5800X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+300% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+42% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+58% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+700% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 27,712+629% | 3,799 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 5800X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+300% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+200% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Ryzen 7 5800X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop, Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 5800X launched at $449 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G debuted at $80. At current prices ($180 vs $80), the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is $100 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 5800X delivers 154.0 pts/$ vs 47.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — making the Ryzen 7 5800X the 105.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449 | $80-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $80-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 154.0+224% | 47.5 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2019 |
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