Core i9-13980HX vs EPYC 7402
Core i9-13980HX
EPYC 7402
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13980HX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7402
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-13980HX | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-13980HX | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
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 i9-13980HX and EPYC 7402
Core i9-13980HX
The Core i9-13980HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,950 points. Launch price was $668.
EPYC 7402
The EPYC 7402 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 46,012 points. Launch price was $1,783.
Processing Power
The Core i9-13980HX packs 24 cores / 32 threads, matching the EPYC 7402's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-13980HX versus 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7402 — a 48.6% clock advantage for the Core i9-13980HX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i9-13980HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 7402 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-13980HX scores 45,950 against the EPYC 7402's 46,012 — a 0.1% lead for the EPYC 7402. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13980HX vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 7402.
| Feature | Core i9-13980HX | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+64% | 3.35 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total)+13% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-HX (2023) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 45,950 | 46,012 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 28,546 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,299 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 12,622 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-13980HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7402 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i9-13980HX versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7402 — the Core i9-13980HX supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7402 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i9-13980HX) vs 8 (EPYC 7402). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-13980HX) vs 128 (EPYC 7402) — the EPYC 7402 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Raptor Lake-HX (Core i9-13980HX) and SP3,Rome (EPYC 7402).
| Feature | Core i9-13980HX | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+139900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 4096 GB+2236962033% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 128+540% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-13980HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Core i9-13980HX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-13980HX) vs AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU (EPYC 7402). The Core i9-13980HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the EPYC 7402 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 7402 targets Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i9-13980HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX; EPYC 7402 rivals Xeon Gold 6242.
| Feature | Core i9-13980HX | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU |
| Target Use | — | Server / Workstation |
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