Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs Core i7-9700K
Ryzen Embedded V2718
Core i7-9700K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V2718
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+10%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-9700K
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 i7-9700K
The Core i7-9700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,397 points. Launch price was $374.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, matching the Core i7-9700K's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.15 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-9700K — a 16.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-9700K (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-9700K uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V2718 scores 15,831 against the Core i7-9700K's 14,397 — a 9.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V2718. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2718 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-9700K.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.15 GHz | 4.9 GHz+18% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.6 GHz+112% |
| 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) | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 15,831+10% | 14,397 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 654 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,124 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,551 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 uses the FP6 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-9700K uses LGA1151 (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 i7-9700K — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-9700K 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 i7-9700K) — the Ryzen Embedded V2718 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Ryzen Embedded V2718) and Intel 300 series (Core i7-9700K).
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP6 | LGA1151 |
| 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
Only the Core i7-9700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Embedded V2718) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-9700K). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Vega 7 (Ryzen Embedded V2718) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i7-9700K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded V2718 targets Embedded, Core i7-9700K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Embedded | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded V2718 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Core i7-9700K debuted at $385. At current prices ($200 vs $200), the Core i7-9700K is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded V2718 delivers 79.2 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-9700K — making the Ryzen Embedded V2718 the 9.5% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2718 | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-35% | $385 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 79.2+10% | 72.0 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2018 |
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