Ryzen Embedded V1605B

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,993 Rank: 877
Rank Name Score Visual
873 Core i5-7300HQ 4,997
+0.1%
874 Ryzen 7 2700U 4,997
+0.1%
875 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 4,996
+0.1%
876 Core i3-4350 4,996
+0.1%
877 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,993
878 Core i5-4570S 4,992
+-0%
879 Xeon D-1528 4,990
-0.1%
880 Pentium Gold G5420 4,990
-0.1%
881 Core i5-6400 4,988
-0.1%
882 Core i7-6700T 4,987
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,735 Rank: 925
Rank Name Score Visual
921 Xeon W3670 4,738
+0.1%
922 Core i5-7500T 4,737
+0%
923 Pentium Gold G5400 4,736
+0%
924 Core i7-2600 4,736
+0%
925 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,735
926 Pentium Gold G5500 4,735
+0%
927 Core i7-2600S 4,735
+0%
928 Core i7-2960XM 4,735
+0%
929 Pentium Gold G4620 4,733
+-0%
930 Intel Core i3-330UM 4,733
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,165 Rank: 837
Rank Name Score Visual
833 Core i7-3930K 5,171
+0.1%
834 Ryzen 3 5300U 5,169
+0.1%
835 Xeon E5-1660 v2 5,168
+0.1%
836 Core i7-3970X 5,167
+0%
837 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 5,165
838 Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U 5,164
+-0%
839 Ryzen 5 7520U 5,164
+-0%
840 Core i3-6100T 5,163
+-0%
841 Core i5-5257U 5,163
+-0%
842 Ryzen 5 1400 5,162
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,650 Rank: 824
Rank Name Score Visual
820 Xeon X5687 4,651
+0%
821 Core i5-10310U 4,651
+0%
822 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 4,650
+0%
823 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 4,650
+0%
824 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,650
825 Core i7-8550U 4,650
+0%
826 Ryzen 7 2700U 4,650
+0%
827 Core i7-4800MQ 4,650
+0%
828 Core i7-4710MQ 4,650
+0%
829 Ryzen 5 3500U 4,649
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,710 Rank: 659
Rank Name Score Visual
655 Xeon E3-1276 v3 4,715
+0.1%
656 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,714
+0.1%
657 Core i7-970 4,713
+0.1%
658 Xeon W3670 4,712
+0%
659 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,710
660 Xeon D-1539 4,710
+0%
661 Xeon E3-1285L v4 4,710
+0%
662 Core i5-9400T 4,709
+-0%
663 Xeon E3-1535M v6 4,709
+-0%
664 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,709
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen Embedded V1605B based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,623 Rank: 906
Rank Name Score Visual
902 Xeon E3-1270 4,625
+0%
903 Xeon E3-1245 4,625
+0%
904 Xeon E3-1235 4,625
+0%
905 Xeon X5670 4,624
+0%
906 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,623
907 Xeon X5650 4,623
+0%
908 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700U 4,621
+-0%
909 Core i5-3550 4,621
+-0%
910 Core i5-2450P 4,621
+-0%
911 Ryzen 7 3700U 4,620
-0.1%

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Ryzen Embedded V1605B Details

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B represents a significant evolution in embedded computing, particularly in balancing performance with power efficiency. Launched in February 2018, this processor is built on AMD's Zen microarchitecture, codenamed Great Horned Owl, and manufactured on a 14 nm process by GlobalFoundries. While now over seven years old, its design still holds relevance in embedded and low-power applications where thermal constraints are critical. The chip is targeted at the embedded market segment, offering a compact 15 W TDP with scalable limits between 12 W and 25 W, making it ideal for fanless systems, industrial automation, and edge computing environments.

At the heart of the V1605B are four CPU cores, augmented by Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), effectively delivering eight threads. This enables the processor to handle multithreaded workloads efficiently, a notable advantage for virtualization and multitasking scenarios. Base clock speeds sit at 2.0 GHz, but with Precision Boost 2, the processor can dynamically scale up to 3.6 GHz under load, providing a substantial performance uplift during intensive tasks. The cache hierarchy includes 0.375 MiB of L1 cache, 2 MiB of L2 cache, and a shared 4 MiB L3 cache, which helps reduce latency and improve data access speeds.

Memory support is provided through a dual-channel DDR4-2400 interface, allowing for a maximum of 32 GB of RAM and a peak memory bandwidth of 35.76 GiB/s. This configuration ensures adequate bandwidth for most embedded workloads while maintaining compatibility with standard memory modules. The processor uses the Socket FP5, a compact and low-profile socket suitable for embedded motherboards. PCIe 3.0 support with up to 16 lanes enables connectivity to high-speed storage and expansion cards, further enhancing its versatility.

One of the standout features of the V1605B is its integrated Radeon Vega 8 GPU, which includes 8 execution units and 512 unified shaders. It can reach a burst frequency of 1.1 GHz and supports up to four displays simultaneously, making it suitable for applications requiring light graphical processing, such as digital signage or thin clients. The GPU also supports modern instruction sets, including AVX and AVX2, which are crucial for accelerating computation-heavy tasks in machine learning, image processing, and scientific simulations.

In benchmark testing, the V1605B achieves a single-core score of 5,165, ranking it #837 out of 2,060 processors, and a multicore score of 4,735, placing it at #925. The overall score of 4,993 positions it at #877 in the broader ranking. While these scores are modest compared to modern high-end CPUs, they reflect the processor's focus on efficiency rather than raw power. It outperforms several Intel Pentium and Core i3 models in both single- and multicore tests, indicating its competitiveness within the embedded and low-power desktop space.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen Embedded V1605B remains a viable option for embedded systems requiring integrated graphics, virtualization support, and low power consumption. Its combination of SMT, modern instruction sets, and robust memory support makes it a solid choice for industrial, medical, and retail applications. However, for users seeking top-tier performance or the latest features like AVX-512 or PCIe 4.0, newer processors would be more appropriate. For its niche, the V1605B continues to deliver reliable, efficient performance.
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Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Family: Ryzen
Series: V1000
Model Number: V1605B
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 20x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Zen
Core Name: Great Horned Owl
Socket: Socket
Package:
Target Segment: Embedded
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 256 KiB (4-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 2 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 4 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 32 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 35.76 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: x16, x8

Integrated Graphics

GPU: Radeon Vega 8
GPU Designer: AMD
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz
Execution Units: 8
Unified Shaders: 512

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 209.78 mm²
Transistor Count: 4.95 billion
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

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