Core Ultra 9 285HX vs EPYC 7473X
Core Ultra 9 285HX
EPYC 7473X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285HX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7473X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 7473X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan-X (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 7473X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 7473X
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 7473X
The EPYC 7473X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-01. It is based on the Milan-X (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 59,280 points. Launch price was $3,900.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285HX packs 24 cores / 24 threads, matching the EPYC 7473X's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285HX versus 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7473X — a 39.1% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285HX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285HX uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the EPYC 7473X uses Milan-X (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285HX scores 58,732 against the EPYC 7473X's 59,280 — a 0.9% lead for the EPYC 7473X. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285HX vs 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7473X.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 7473X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+49% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 768 MB (total)+2033% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+500% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Milan-X (2022) |
| PassMark | 58,732 | 59,280 |
| 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 7473X uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285HX versus 3200 on the EPYC 7473X — the EPYC 7473X supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7473X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 285HX) vs 8 (EPYC 7473X). PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 285HX) vs 128 (EPYC 7473X) — the EPYC 7473X offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel HM870 (Core Ultra 9 285HX) and SP3 (EPYC 7473X).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 7473X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2114 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 3200+63900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+4915100% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 128+433% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 9 285HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (Core Ultra 9 285HX) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7473X). The Core Ultra 9 285HX includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics), while the EPYC 7473X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 285HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX3D; EPYC 7473X rivals Xeon Platinum 8380.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285HX | EPYC 7473X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
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