AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B vs Intel Xeon D-1521

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AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B or AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD Ryzen Embedded V series.
To use the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B, you'll need a motherboard with a FP5 socket.
The Intel Xeon D-1521 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2015 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Xeon D series.
To use the Intel Xeon D-1521, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1667 socket.
AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 Group Intel Xeon D-1500
1 Generation 1
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B Name Intel Xeon D-1521
AMD Ryzen Embedded V Family Intel Xeon D
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B is 2.2 GHz
The Intel Xeon D-1521 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Xeon D-1521 is 2.4 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.7 GHz.
8 Threads 8
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4x Cores 4x
4 CPU Cores 4
None None 2.7 GHz
2.2 GHz Frequency 2.4 GHz
None None 2.4 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Xeon D-1521 does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR4-2400 Memory type DDR4-2133
Yes ECC Yes
32.0 GB Max. Memory 128.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
51.2 GB/s Bandwidth 34.1 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 16 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 W watts.
16 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
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Technical details

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Xeon D-1521 is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
Q1/2018 Release date Q4/2015
AMD-V, SVM Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
14 nm Technology 14 nm
Chiplet Chip design Monolithic
-- Release price 216 $
Great Horned Owl (Zen) Architecture Broadwell
4.0 MB L3-Cache 0 bytes
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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FP5 Socket BGA 1667
2.0 MB L2-Cache 6.0 MB