Ryzen Embedded R1606G vs Core i3-7300T
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
Core i3-7300T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) |
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 R1606G and Core i3-7300T
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-7300T
The Core i3-7300T 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 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,145 points. Launch price was $147.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Embedded R1606G and Core i3-7300T share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i3-7300T — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-7300T uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1606G scores 4,162 against the Core i3-7300T's 4,145 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,162 | 4,145 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,100 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-7300T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen Embedded R1606G) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7300T). The Core i3-7300T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7300T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-7300T rivals Ryzen 3 2200GE.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Low Power Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core i3-7300T debuted at $138. At current prices ($0 vs $128), the Ryzen Embedded R1606G is $128 cheaper.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1606G | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $138 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $128 |
| Performance per Dollar | — | 32.4 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2017 |
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