Core Ultra 5 245HX vs EPYC 7313
Core Ultra 5 245HX
EPYC 7313
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245HX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7313
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245HX | EPYC 7313 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($764) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245HX | EPYC 7313 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($764) |
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 Ultra 5 245HX and EPYC 7313
Core Ultra 5 245HX
The Core Ultra 5 245HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 13 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 39,605 points. Launch price was $499.
EPYC 7313
The EPYC 7313 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,938 points. Launch price was $1,083.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 245HX packs 14 cores / 14 threads, while the EPYC 7313 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7313 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245HX versus 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7313 — a 31.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 245HX (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 245HX uses the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture (3 nm), while the EPYC 7313 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 245HX scores 39,605 against the EPYC 7313's 38,938 — a 1.7% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245HX. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 245HX vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7313.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | EPYC 7313 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 14 | 16 / 32+14% |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+38% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+3% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+433% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+500% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | 7 nm+ |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-HX (2025) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 39,605+2% | 38,938 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 26,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,736 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,264 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 245HX uses the FCBGA2114 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7313 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245HX versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7313 — the Core Ultra 5 245HX supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7313 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 5 245HX) vs 8 (EPYC 7313). PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 5 245HX) vs 128 (EPYC 7313) — the EPYC 7313 offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Arrow Lake-HX (Core Ultra 5 245HX) and SP3,Milan (EPYC 7313).
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | EPYC 7313 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2114 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+159900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096 GB+1677721500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 128+433% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 5 245HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 5 245HX) vs AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU (EPYC 7313). The Core Ultra 5 245HX includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the EPYC 7313 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 7313 targets Server / High-load computing. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 5 245HX rivals Ryzen 7 8845HS; EPYC 7313 rivals Xeon Gold 6326.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | EPYC 7313 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU |
| Target Use | — | Server / High-load computing |
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