Core i7-13700KF vs EPYC 8224P
Core i7-13700KF
EPYC 8224P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700KF
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8224P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+201%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700KF and EPYC 8224P
Core i7-13700KF
The Core i7-13700KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 W, 253 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 45,730 points. Launch price was $384.
EPYC 8224P
The EPYC 8224P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.55 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,421 points. Launch price was $855.
Processing Power
The Core i7-13700KF packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 8224P offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 8224P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700KF versus 3 GHz on the EPYC 8224P — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700KF (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.55 GHz). The Core i7-13700KF uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 8224P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700KF scores 45,730 against the EPYC 8224P's 45,421 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-13700KF. L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700KF vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8224P.
| Feature | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 24 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+80% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+33% | 2.55 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+113% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 45,730 | 45,421 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 30,766 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,962 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,708 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-13700KF uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 8224P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i7-13700KF versus 4800 on the EPYC 8224P — the Core i7-13700KF supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8224P supports up to 1152 of RAM compared to 192 — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-13700KF) vs 6 (EPYC 8224P). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-13700KF) vs 96 (EPYC 8224P) — the EPYC 8224P offers 76 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i7-13700KF) and SP6 (EPYC 8224P).
| Feature | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+17% | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 1152+500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 96+380% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-13700KF has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 8224P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700KF) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 8224P). Direct competitor: Core i7-13700KF rivals Ryzen 7 7700X; EPYC 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-13700KF launched at $384 MSRP, while the EPYC 8224P debuted at $855. At current prices ($350 vs $1048), the Core i7-13700KF is $698 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13700KF delivers 130.7 pts/$ vs 43.3 pts/$ for the EPYC 8224P — making the Core i7-13700KF the 100.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-13700KF | EPYC 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $384-55% | $855 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350-67% | $1048 |
| Performance per Dollar | 130.7+202% | 43.3 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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