Core Ultra 9 285T vs EPYC 7303P
Core Ultra 9 285T
EPYC 7303P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285T
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7303P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($549) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($594) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($549) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($594) |
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 285T and EPYC 7303P
Core Ultra 9 285T
The Core Ultra 9 285T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 36,916 points. Launch price was $549.
EPYC 7303P
The EPYC 7303P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 36,487 points. Launch price was $594.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285T packs 24 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 7303P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285T has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285T versus 3.4 GHz on the EPYC 7303P — a 45.5% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285T (base: 1.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285T uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the EPYC 7303P uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285T scores 36,916 against the EPYC 7303P's 36,487 — a 1.2% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285T. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285T vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7303P.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+59% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz+71% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+78% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+500% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 36,916+1% | 36,487 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285T uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7303P uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285T versus 3200 on the EPYC 7303P — the Core Ultra 9 285T supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7303P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 285T) vs 8 (EPYC 7303P). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core Ultra 9 285T) vs 128 (EPYC 7303P) — the EPYC 7303P offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 9 285T) and SP3 (EPYC 7303P).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+100% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 128+540% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC 7303P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 9 285T) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 7303P). The Core Ultra 9 285T includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the EPYC 7303P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 285T rivals Ryzen 9 7900; EPYC 7303P rivals Xeon Gold 6330.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, IOMMU |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285T launched at $549 MSRP, while the EPYC 7303P debuted at $594. At current prices ($549 vs $594), the Core Ultra 9 285T is $45 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285T delivers 67.2 pts/$ vs 61.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 7303P — making the Core Ultra 9 285T the 9% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $549-8% | $594 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $549-8% | $594 |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.2+9% | 61.4 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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