Core Ultra 9 285HX vs EPYC 4584PX
Core Ultra 9 285HX
EPYC 4584PX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285HX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4584PX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 4584PX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 4584PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) |
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 9 285HX and EPYC 4584PX
Core Ultra 9 285HX
The Core Ultra 9 285HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 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: 58,732 points. Launch price was $650.
EPYC 4584PX
The EPYC 4584PX 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 60,169 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285HX packs 24 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 4584PX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285HX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285HX versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4584PX — a 3.6% clock advantage for the EPYC 4584PX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285HX uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the EPYC 4584PX uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285HX scores 58,732 against the EPYC 4584PX's 60,169 — a 2.4% lead for the EPYC 4584PX. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285HX vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4584PX.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 4584PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz | 5.7 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+256% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-40% | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 58,732 | 60,169+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,106 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,200 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285HX uses the FCBGA2114 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4584PX uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285HX versus 5200 on the EPYC 4584PX — the EPYC 4584PX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4584PX supports up to 256 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 285HX) vs 28 (EPYC 4584PX) — the EPYC 4584PX offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel HM870 (Core Ultra 9 285HX) and AM5 (EPYC 4584PX).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 4584PX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2114 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 5200+103900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+78643100% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 28+17% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the EPYC 4584PX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Core Ultra 9 285HX) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4584PX). Both include integrated graphics — Intel Arc Graphics (Core Ultra 9 285HX) and AMD Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4584PX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 285HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX3D; EPYC 4584PX rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 4584PX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
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