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Ryzen Embedded V1605B

4 cores · 8 threads · up to 3.6 GHz on FP5.

4.4 · 5 votes

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Cores
4
Threads
8
Boost
3.6 GHz
L3 cache
2 MB
TDP
15W
Socket
FP5

Performance breakdown

Gaming4
Productivity4
Single-core4
Multi-core17
Power efficiency4

Lab scores

Performance score4
Cores4
Threads8
Boost clock (GHz)3.6 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p9 fps
1440p7 fps
4K5 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Zen
Process node
14 nm
Socket
FP5
Release year
2018
Total cores
4
Threads
8
Integrated graphics
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8
Clocks & cache
Base clock
2.0 GHz
Boost clock
3.6 GHz
Multiplier
20
L1 cache
512 KB
L2 cache
2 MB
L3 cache
2 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR4
Max capacity
32 GB
Channels
2
Max bandwidth
38.397 GB/s
Base power (TDP)
15W
Max temperature
105°C
Technologies
Instruction sets
XFR, FMA3, SSE 4.2, AVX2, SMT
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, AMD-V, Precision Boost 2
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like it for sipping power while still feeling zippy in a small server or media box. The usual gripe is that it runs hot with the stock cooler and finding a compatible board is a headache.

Pros
  • Sips power, runs cool always
  • Smooth quad-core desktop performance
  • Plenty of threads for light servers
  • Stays quiet with tiny coolers
Cons
  • Integrated graphics too weak for gaming
  • No upgrade path beyond this chip
  • Limited motherboard availability and support
Verdict

Our verdict on the Ryzen Embedded V1605B

A Zen-based 15W system-on-chip that trades peak performance for exceptional power efficiency and integrated graphics in compact designs.

Get it if you need a low-power, fanless CPU for a compact industrial PC or home server that sips electricity. Skip it if you want modern gaming performance or heavy multitasking, as this older Zen chip will feel sluggish.

Buy it if…

  • You need a low-power home server that sips electricity.
  • You want a silent mini PC for basic office work and web browsing.
  • You're building a compact industrial system that must run 24/7.
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