Ryzen Embedded V1202B vs Core i7-2657M

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

2 / 4

3,512

+0.6%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i7-2657M

2 / 4

3,491

0.0%

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.

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 V1202B

#304

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

109%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

17%

#305

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

109%

#306

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

107%

#307

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

107%

#308

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

105%

#309

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

105%

#310

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

105%

#311

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

103%

#312

Core i9-10940X

MSRP: $784|Avg: $460

103%

#313

Core i9-10920X

MSRP: $689|Avg: $430

103%

#314

Core i7-10700

MSRP: $365|Avg: $268

102%

#315

Core i5-9600K

MSRP: $263|Avg: $178

102%

#316

Ryzen Threadripper 7960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1400

102%

#317

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

102%

#318

Core i3-10305T

MSRP: $143|Avg: $143

102%

#319

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

100%

#320

Core i3-10100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $146

100%

#321

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650GE

MSRP: $311|Avg: $311

100%

#322

Celeron G6900

MSRP: $52|Avg: $77

99%

#323

Core i9-11900K

MSRP: $539|Avg: $435

98%

#324

Core i7-12700TE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $350

96%

#325

Core i9-12900E

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#326

Celeron G4900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $40

96%

#327

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $452

95%

#328

Core i9-9900KS

MSRP: $513|Avg: $350

95%

#329

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

94%

#330

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

93%

#331

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

93%

#332

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

93%

#333

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2657M

#73

Core i9-13950HX

MSRP: $590|Avg: $199

100%

#256

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

420%

#257

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

414%

#258

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

380%

#259

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

378%

#260

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

375%

#262

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

362%

#263

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

347%

#264

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

347%

#265

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

337%

#268

Core i7-2657M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#277

Core 2 Extreme X9100

MSRP: $851|Avg: N/A

98%

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 V1202B (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded V1202B	Core i7-2657M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2657M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded V1202B	Core i7-2657M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ 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 V1202B Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Embedded V1202B and Core i7-2657M

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

The Ryzen Embedded V1202B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,512 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i7-2657M

The Core i7-2657M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,491 points. Launch price was $317.

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Processing Power

Both the Ryzen Embedded V1202B and Core i7-2657M share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i7-2657M — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-2657M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V1202B scores 3,512 against the Core i7-2657M's 3,491 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B vs 4 MB on the Core i7-2657M.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded V1202B	Core i7-2657M
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+19%	2.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.3 GHz+44%	1.6 GHz
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)	4 MB+100%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512 kB
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Zen (2017−2020)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,512	3,491
Geekbench 6 Single	—	535

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2657M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded V1202B	Core i7-2657M
Socket	FP5	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	8 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen Embedded V1202B) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2657M). The Core i7-2657M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2657M targets Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i7-2657M rivals A6-3420M.