Ryzen Embedded R2314 vs Core i7-3820
Ryzen Embedded R2314
Core i7-3820
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2314
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3820
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2413%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 R2314 and Core i7-3820
Ryzen Embedded R2314
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 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: 5,850 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-3820
The Core i7-3820 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Fevereiro 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,787 points. Launch price was $400.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3820's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2314 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-3820 — a 8.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-3820 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i7-3820 uses Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R2314 scores 5,850 against the Core i7-3820's 5,787 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2314. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2314 vs 10240 kB (total) on the Core i7-3820.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.8 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+71% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 10240 kB (total)+150% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm-63% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 5,850+1% | 5,787 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 624 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3820 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen Embedded R2314) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-3820). Primary use case: Core i7-3820 targets HEDT Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3820 rivals FX-8350.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | HEDT Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 launched at $300 MSRP, while the Core i7-3820 debuted at $286. At current prices ($762 vs $30), the Core i7-3820 is $732 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded R2314 delivers 7.7 pts/$ vs 192.9 pts/$ for the Core i7-3820 — making the Core i7-3820 the 184.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2314 | Core i7-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $286-5% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $762 | $30-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.7 | 192.9+2405% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2012 |
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