Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs Core i7-2840QM

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 / 4

3,799

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i7-2840QM

4 / 8

3,842

+1.1%

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 i7-2840QM is on rank 311, so the Core i7-2840QM 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 i7-2840QM

#299

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

458%

#300

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

452%

#301

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

414%

#302

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

413%

#303

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

409%

#305

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

395%

#306

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

379%

#307

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

378%

#308

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

368%

#311

Core i7-2840QM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded R1505G	Core i7-2840QM
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower 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)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2840QM (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded R1505G	Core i7-2840QM
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.

Ryzen Embedded R1505G Benchmark Check

Core i7-2840QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Embedded R1505G and Core i7-2840QM

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 i7-2840QM

The Core i7-2840QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 3,842 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-2840QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-2840QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G versus 2.4 GHz on the Core i7-2840QM — a 31.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-2840QM uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G scores 3,799 against the Core i7-2840QM's 3,842 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-2840QM. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs 8 MB on the Core i7-2840QM.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded R1505G	Core i7-2840QM
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+38%	2.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	8 MB+100%
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	1 MB+100%
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Zen (2017−2020)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,799	3,842+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2840QM uses G2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded R1505G	Core i7-2840QM
Socket	FP5	G2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	✅	—
PCIe Lanes	8	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) / not specified (Core i7-2840QM). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i7-2840QM requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.