Core i9-12900F vs EPYC 4345P
Core i9-12900F
EPYC 4345P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-12900F
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4345P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($370) | ✅ More affordable ($329) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+13%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($370) | ✅ More affordable ($329) |
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 i9-12900F and EPYC 4345P
Core i9-12900F
The Core i9-12900F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 35,873 points. Launch price was $499.
EPYC 4345P
The EPYC 4345P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 36,006 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Core i9-12900F packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 4345P offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i9-12900F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core i9-12900F versus 5.5 GHz on the EPYC 4345P — a 7.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 4345P (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i9-12900F uses the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4345P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-12900F scores 35,873 against the EPYC 4345P's 36,006 — a 0.4% lead for the EPYC 4345P. L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Core i9-12900F vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4345P.
| Feature | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 24+100% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.5 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.8 GHz+58% |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+7% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-S (2022) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 35,873 | 36,006 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-12900F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4345P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Core i9-12900F versus 5600 on the EPYC 4345P — the EPYC 4345P supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-12900F) vs 28 (EPYC 4345P) — the EPYC 4345P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z690,B660 (Core i9-12900F) and AM5 (EPYC 4345P).
| Feature | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 5600+17% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 28+40% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC 4345P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-12900F) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 4345P). The EPYC 4345P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Core i9-12900F requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i9-12900F rivals Ryzen 9 5900X; EPYC 4345P rivals Xeon E-2488.
| Feature | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, IOMMU |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-12900F launched at $494 MSRP, while the EPYC 4345P debuted at $329. At current prices ($370 vs $329), the EPYC 4345P is $41 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-12900F delivers 97.0 pts/$ vs 109.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4345P — making the EPYC 4345P the 12.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-12900F | EPYC 4345P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $494 | $329-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $370 | $329-11% |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.0 | 109.4+13% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2025 |
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