Ryzen Embedded V2748 vs Core Ultra 5 236V
Ryzen Embedded V2748
Core Ultra 5 236V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V2748
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2748 | Core Ultra 5 236V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($359) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($403) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V2748 | Core Ultra 5 236V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+13%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($359) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($403) |
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 V2748 and Core Ultra 5 236V
Ryzen Embedded V2748
The Ryzen Embedded V2748 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.25 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,434 points. Launch price was $299.
Core Ultra 5 236V
The Core Ultra 5 236V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 18,313 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded V2748 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, matching the Core Ultra 5 236V's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.25 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2748 versus 4.7 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 236V — a 10.1% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 236V (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 236V uses Lunar Lake (2024) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V2748 scores 18,434 against the Core Ultra 5 236V's 18,313 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V2748. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2748 | Core Ultra 5 236V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.25 GHz | 4.7 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+38% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 7 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Lunar Lake (2024) |
| PassMark | 18,434 | 18,313 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded V2748 uses the FP6 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Ultra 5 236V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2748 | Core Ultra 5 236V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP6 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded V2748 launched at $309 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 236V debuted at $0. At current prices ($359 vs $403), the Ryzen Embedded V2748 is $44 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded V2748 delivers 51.3 pts/$ vs 45.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 236V — making the Ryzen Embedded V2748 the 12.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V2748 | Core Ultra 5 236V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $309 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $359-11% | $403 |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.3+13% | 45.4 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2024 |
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