CPU
GPU
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
PRO A12-8870
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 PRO A12-8870 is on rank 277, so the PRO A12-8870 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Per Dollar PRO A12-8870
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | PRO A12-8870 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | PRO A12-8870 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PRO A12-8870
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.
PRO A12-8870
The PRO A12-8870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,805 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the PRO A12-8870 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the PRO A12-8870 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G versus 4.2 GHz on the PRO A12-8870 — a 24% clock advantage for the PRO A12-8870 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the PRO A12-8870 uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G scores 3,799 against the PRO A12-8870's 3,805 — a 0.2% lead for the PRO A12-8870.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | PRO A12-8870 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 4.2 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz+54% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+300% |
| Process | 14 nm-50% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 3,799 | 3,805 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the PRO A12-8870 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | PRO A12-8870 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) / not specified (PRO A12-8870). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the PRO A12-8870 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | PRO A12-8870 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 3 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
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