Core Ultra 7 265H vs EPYC 4364P

Intel

Core Ultra 7 265H

16 Cores16 Thrd26 WWMax: 5.3 GHz2025
Core Ultra family
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AMD

EPYC 4364P

8 Cores16 Thrd105 WWMax: 5.4 GHz2024
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Core Ultra 7 265H vs EPYC 4364P Performance Spectrum

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Core Ultra 7 265H vs EPYC 4364P FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core Ultra 7 265H vs EPYC 4364P: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core Ultra 7 265H

2025

Why buy it

  • +1.4% higher PassMark.
  • Draws 26W instead of 105W, a 79W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).

EPYC 4364P

2024

Why buy it

  • +33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark (34,215 vs 34,702).
  • Launch MSRP is still $399 MSRP, while Core Ultra 7 265H mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
  • 303.8% higher power demand at 105W vs 26W.

Quick Answers

So, is Core Ultra 7 265H better than EPYC 4364P?
Not really, because they are built for different jobs. EPYC 4364P makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core Ultra 7 265H is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core Ultra 7 265H is the stronger fit. You are getting 1.4% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 16 threads.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Core Ultra 7 265H is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 4364P is easier to justify if budget matters more than peak performance. Core Ultra 7 265H comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and it still gives you 1.4% better PassMark. The compromise is that EPYC 4364P is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 0.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 4364P is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (85.8 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it can still make sense for tighter-budget builds on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Core Ultra 7 265H makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2024) and more multi-core headroom with 16 cores / 16 threads instead of 8/16. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Core Ultra 7 265H vs EPYC 4364P Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Intel

Core Ultra 7 265H

The Core Ultra 7 265H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-H (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): 26 MB + 24 MB. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 34,702 points. Launch price was $471.

AMD

EPYC 4364P

The EPYC 4364P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $399.

Processing Power

The Core Ultra 7 265H packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the EPYC 4364P offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core Ultra 7 265H has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265H versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4364P — a 1.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4364P (base: 4.5 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Core Ultra 7 265H uses the Arrow Lake-H (2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 4364P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 265H scores 34,702 against the EPYC 4364P's 34,215 — a 1.4% lead for the Core Ultra 7 265H. L3 cache: 24 MB on the Core Ultra 7 265H vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4364P.

FeatureCore Ultra 7 265HEPYC 4364P
Cores / Threads
16 / 16+100%
8 / 16
Boost Clock
5.3 GHz
5.4 GHz+2%
Base Clock
4.5 GHz
4.5 GHz
L3 Cache
24 MB
32 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
Process
5 nm
5 nm
Architecture
Arrow Lake-H (2025)
Raphael (2023−2025)
PassMark
34,702+1%
34,215
Cinebench R23 Multi
21,000
Geekbench 6 Single
3,085
Geekbench 6 Multi
15,594
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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 7 265H uses the FCBGA2049 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4364P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 8400 on the Core Ultra 7 265H versus DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4364P — the Core Ultra 7 265H supports 61.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4364P supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB 50% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 28 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: BGA 2049 (Core Ultra 7 265H) and B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4364P).

FeatureCore Ultra 7 265HEPYC 4364P
Socket
FCBGA2049
AM5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
8400+62%
DDR5-5200
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB
192 GB+50%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
No
Yes
PCIe Lanes
28
28
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 7 265H) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4364P). Both include integrated graphics Intel Arc 140T GPU (Core Ultra 7 265H) and Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4364P) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4364P targets Entry Server. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 7 265H rivals Ryzen AI 9 HX 370; EPYC 4364P rivals Xeon E-2488.

FeatureCore Ultra 7 265HEPYC 4364P
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel Arc 140T GPU
Radeon Graphics
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
Yes
Yes
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
AMD-V, AMD-Vi
Target Use
Entry Server