Ryzen Embedded R1505G
VS
Core i3-8145U

Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs Core i3-8145U

AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2019
VS
Intel

Core i3-8145U

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

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 Ryzen Embedded R1505G is positioned at rank 472 and the Core i3-8145U is on rank 587, so the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G

#460
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
618%
#461
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
609%
#462
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
559%
#463
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
556%
#464
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
551%
#466
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
532%
#467
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
510%
#468
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
510%
#469
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
496%
#472
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8145U

#184
Core Ultra 7 266V
MSRP: $520|Avg: $520
98%
#575
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
776%
#576
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
765%
#577
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
702%
#578
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
699%
#579
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
692%
#581
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
669%
#582
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
641%
#583
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
640%
#584
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
623%
#587
Core i3-8145U
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i3-8145U leads in gaming performance. However, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.5% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightRyzen Embedded R1505GCore i3-8145U
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightRyzen Embedded R1505GCore i3-8145U
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Embedded R1505G and Core i3-8145U

AMD

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.

Intel

Core i3-8145U

The Core i3-8145U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,781 points. Launch price was $281.

Processing Power

Both the Ryzen Embedded R1505G and Core i3-8145U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-8145U — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-8145U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-8145U uses Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G scores 3,799 against the Core i3-8145U's 3,781 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.

FeatureRyzen Embedded R1505GCore i3-8145U
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 4
Boost Clock
3.3 GHz
3.9 GHz+18%
Base Clock
2.4 GHz+14%
2.1 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)+100%
256 kB (per core)
Process
14 nm
14 nm
Architecture
Zen (2017−2020)
Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)
PassMark
3,799
3,781
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-8145U uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Core i3-8145U supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) vs 16 (Core i3-8145U) — the Core i3-8145U offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureRyzen Embedded R1505GCore i3-8145U
Socket
FP5
FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-2400
DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB
64 GB+100%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
8
16+100%
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8145U). Both include integrated graphics Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) and UHD Graphics 620 (Core i3-8145U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded, Core i3-8145U targets Mobile.

FeatureRyzen Embedded R1505GCore i3-8145U
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon Vega 3
UHD Graphics 620
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Embedded
Mobile