CPU
GPU
U300
Ryzen Embedded R2544
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The U300 is positioned at rank #372 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar U300
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2544
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | U300 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | U300 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of U300 and Ryzen Embedded R2544
U300
The U300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Max frequency: 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 8,492 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen Embedded R2544
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,486 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The U300 packs 5 cores / 6 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the U300 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the U300 versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — a 17.3% clock advantage for the U300. The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is built on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the U300 scores 8,492 against the Ryzen Embedded R2544's 8,486 — a 0.1% lead for the U300. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the U300 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2544.
| Feature | U300 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 5 / 6+25% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+19% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 3.35 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-42% | 12 nm |
| Architecture | — | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 8,492 | 8,486 |
Memory & Platform
The U300 uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | U300 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
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