
Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs Core i5-13400F

Ryzen Embedded V2718

Core i5-13400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V2718
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+76%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
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 i5-13400F

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 i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.15 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 10.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V2718 scores 15,831 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 45% lead for the Core i5-13400F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 654 vs 16,211 (184.5% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,124 vs 2,407, a 72.7% lead for the Core i5-13400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 4,551 vs 11,408 (85.9% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 16+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.15 GHz | 4.6 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 2.5 GHz+47% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 20 MB (total)+150% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 15,831 | 25,029+58% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 654 | 16,211+2379% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,124 | 2,407+114% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,551 | 11,408+151% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the FP6 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4 3200 MHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Ryzen Embedded V2718) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP6 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4 3200 MHz | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 192 GB+200% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Embedded V2718) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 7), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded V2718 targets Embedded, Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($200 vs $180), the Core i5-13400F is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded V2718 delivers 79.2 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 54.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $196-22% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $180-10% |
| Performance per Dollar | 79.2 | 139.1+76% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2023 |
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