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EPYC 4245P
Ryzen AI Max PRO 385
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4245P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI Max PRO 385
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4245P | Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4245P | Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 EPYC 4245P and Ryzen AI Max PRO 385
EPYC 4245P
The EPYC 4245P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,135 points. Launch price was $239.
Ryzen AI Max PRO 385
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,508 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4245P packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4245P versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 — a 7.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 4245P (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The EPYC 4245P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4245P scores 31,135 against the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385's 31,508 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 12,000 vs 16,500 (31.6% advantage for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,347 vs 2,886, a 14.8% lead for the EPYC 4245P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 14,616 vs 14,136 (3.3% advantage for the EPYC 4245P). Both processors carry 32 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 4245P | Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+8% | 5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+8% | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Strix Halo (2025) |
| PassMark | 31,135 | 31,508+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 12,000 | 16,500+38% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,347+16% | 2,886 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 14,616+3% | 14,136 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4245P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The EPYC 4245P supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4245P) vs 8 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 385). PCIe lanes: 24 (EPYC 4245P) vs 20 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 385) — the EPYC 4245P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 platform (EPYC 4245P) and Strix Halo platform (Ryzen AI Max PRO 385).
| Feature | EPYC 4245P | Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | FP11 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | LPDDR5x-8000 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2) (EPYC 4245P) and Radeon 8050S (Ryzen AI Max PRO 385) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4245P targets Entry-level Server / Workstation, Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 targets Enterprise AI Mobile. Direct competitor: EPYC 4245P rivals Xeon E-2436; Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 rivals M3 Max.
| Feature | EPYC 4245P | Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2) | Radeon 8050S |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Entry-level Server / Workstation | Enterprise AI Mobile |
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