Ryzen Embedded R1606G
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Ryzen Embedded R1606G

AMD

PassMark

4,162

00
25 February 2020 (5 years ago)
25 Watt
Zen (2017−2020)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

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Overview

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen Embedded R1606G across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Civilization VI

Civilization VI

1080p
low103 FPS
medium87 FPS
high77 FPS
ultra56 FPS
1440p
low47 FPS
medium42 FPS
high30 FPS
ultra20 FPS
4k
low26 FPS
medium25 FPS
high19 FPS
ultra12 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low104 FPS
medium92 FPS
high85 FPS
ultra64 FPS
1440p
low86 FPS
medium74 FPS
high68 FPS
ultra54 FPS
4k
low60 FPS
medium52 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Deadlock

Deadlock

1080p
low86 FPS
medium75 FPS
high65 FPS
ultra41 FPS
1440p
low76 FPS
medium65 FPS
high56 FPS
ultra35 FPS
4k
low38 FPS
medium33 FPS
high28 FPS
ultra20 FPS
Destiny 2

Destiny 2

1080p
low93 FPS
medium80 FPS
high44 FPS
ultra29 FPS
1440p
low52 FPS
medium42 FPS
high31 FPS
ultra17 FPS
4k
low29 FPS
medium23 FPS
high15 FPS
ultra10 FPS
Dota 2

Dota 2

1080p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
1440p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
4k
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
1440p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
4k
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
Left 4 Dead 2

Left 4 Dead 2

1080p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
1440p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
4k
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra104 FPS
Palworld

Palworld

1080p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high81 FPS
ultra69 FPS
1440p
low95 FPS
medium90 FPS
high68 FPS
ultra58 FPS
4k
low62 FPS
medium59 FPS
high47 FPS
ultra33 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high102 FPS
ultra83 FPS
1440p
low104 FPS
medium104 FPS
high85 FPS
ultra68 FPS
4k
low64 FPS
medium57 FPS
high44 FPS
ultra34 FPS
Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley

1080p
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra60 FPS
1440p
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra59 FPS
4k
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra56 FPS

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen Embedded R1606G specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,162, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationRyzen Embedded R1606G
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost3.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency2.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designZen (2017−2020)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache96 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor209.8 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities3,500 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)105 °C
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score4,162
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2400 memory.

SpecificationRyzen Embedded R1606G
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyAMD Ryzen Embedded
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR4-2400
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1 (Uniprocessor)
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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 25 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationRyzen Embedded R1606G
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload25 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)105 °C
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1988 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationRyzen Embedded R1606G
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$0
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$0
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#1988
Release DateLaunch date25 February 2020 (5 years ago)
Release Year2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)GlobalFoundries

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

TypeLaptop
SeriesAMD Ryzen Embedded
DesignerAMD
Launch Price$69
ManufacturerGlobalFoundries
Release Date25 February 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture CodenameZen (2017−2020)
Performance Ranking Position1988

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores2
Threads4
Die Size209.8 mm2
L1 Cache96 kB (per core)
L2 Cache512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache4 MB (total)
Multiplier26
Max Frequency3.5 GHz
64-Bit Support+
Base Frequency2.6 GHz
Transistor Count3,500 million
Process Technology14 nm
Max Core Temperature105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible-

Compatibility

4 specs

SocketFP5
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0
Power Consumption (TDP)25 Watt
Max Processors In Config1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

4 specs

RAM TypesDDR4-2400
Memory Channels2
Memory Bandwidth38.397 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity32 GB

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