Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs Core i5-10400F
Ryzen Embedded V2718
Core i5-10400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V2718
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($102) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+61%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($102) |
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 V2718 and Core i5-10400F
Ryzen Embedded V2718
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.15 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,831 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i5-10400F
The Core i5-10400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-10400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.15 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V2718 scores 15,831 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 19.4% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V2718. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 654 vs 8,191 (170.4% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,124 vs 1,454, a 25.6% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 4,551 vs 5,783 (23.8% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.15 GHz | 4.3 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 2.9 GHz+71% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 15,831+22% | 13,029 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 654 | 8,191+1152% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,124 | 1,454+29% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,551 | 5,783+27% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the FP6 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4 3200 MHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400F — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen Embedded V2718) vs 16 (Core i5-10400F) — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Ryzen Embedded V2718) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP6 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4 3200 MHz | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Embedded V2718) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-10400F). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 7), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded V2718 targets Embedded, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 7 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Embedded | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($200 vs $102), the Core i5-10400F is $98 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded V2718 delivers 79.2 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 47% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $160-36% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $102-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 79.2 | 127.7+61% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2020 |
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