Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs Core i3-6098P
Ryzen Embedded R2312
Core i3-6098P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2312
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6098P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($59) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+156%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($59) |
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 R2312 and Core i3-6098P
Ryzen Embedded R2312
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,952 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-6098P
The Core i3-6098P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 December 2015 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,978 points. Launch price was $117.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Embedded R2312 and Core i3-6098P share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-6098P — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-6098P (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i3-6098P uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R2312 scores 3,952 against the Core i3-6098P's 3,978 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-6098P. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6098P.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.6 GHz+33% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+33% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 12 nm-14% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,952 | 3,978 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-6098P uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen Embedded R2312) / true (Core i3-6098P). The Core i3-6098P includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 510), while the Ryzen Embedded R2312 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 510 |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i3-6098P debuted at $117. At current prices ($150 vs $59), the Core i3-6098P is $91 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded R2312 delivers 26.3 pts/$ vs 67.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-6098P — making the Core i3-6098P the 87.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Core i3-6098P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $117-22% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $59-61% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.3 | 67.4+156% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2015 |
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