Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs Core i5-7360U
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Core i5-7360U
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 i5-7360U is on rank 313, so the Core i5-7360U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7360U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Core i5-7360U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Core i5-7360U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Embedded R1505G and Core i5-7360U
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.
Core i5-7360U
The Core i5-7360U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,823 points. Launch price was $304.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Embedded R1505G and Core i5-7360U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-7360U — a 8.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-7360U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-7360U uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G scores 3,799 against the Core i5-7360U's 3,823 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-7360U. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs 4 MB on the Core i5-7360U.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Core i5-7360U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+4% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,799 | 3,823 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,112 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,096 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-7360U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) vs 12 (Core i5-7360U) — the Core i5-7360U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Core i5-7360U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | BGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 12+50% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7360U). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Vega 3 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) and Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 (Core i5-7360U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded, Core i5-7360U targets Ultrabook.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Core i5-7360U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 3 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Embedded | Ultrabook |
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