EPYC 4245P vs Xeon W-3245

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EPYC 4245P

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 5.4 GHz2025

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Xeon W-3245

16 Cores32 Thrd205 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2019

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EPYC 4245P vs Xeon W-3245 Performance Spectrum

EPYC 4245P

6 / 12

31,135

+0.1%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX

Xeon W-3245

16 / 32

31,089

0.0%

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.

EPYC 4245P vs Xeon W-3245 FPS Benchmarks

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

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EPYC 4245P vs Xeon W-3245: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

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

EPYC 4245P

2025

Why buy it

✅+45.5% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 22 MB).
✅Draws 65W instead of 205W, a 140W reduction.
✅Newer platform on AM5 with DDR5 support instead of LGA3647 and DDR4.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2), while Xeon W-3245 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon W-3245 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (12,000 vs 18,000).

Xeon W-3245

2019

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +5.3% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅166.7% more PCIe lanes (64 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (22 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $2,199 MSRP, while EPYC 4245P mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌215.4% higher power demand at 205W vs 65W.
❌Older platform position on LGA3647 with DDR4, while EPYC 4245P moves to AM5 and DDR5.
❌No integrated graphics, while EPYC 4245P can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon W-3245 better than EPYC 4245P?

Yes. Xeon W-3245 is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 5.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 50% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Xeon W-3245 is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 5.3% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon W-3245 is the stronger fit. You are getting 50% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 16 cores and 32 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Xeon W-3245 is the better buy right now. Xeon W-3245 comes in at an unclear MSRP at $2,199 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 5.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (14.1 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 4245P makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2019), a healthier platform with AM5 and DDR5 instead of LGA3647, and 45.5% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 22 MB). That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

EPYC 4245P vs Xeon W-3245 Technical Specifications

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

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.

Xeon W-3245

The Xeon W-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 22 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 31,089 points. Launch price was $1,999.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 4245P packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon W-3245 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon W-3245 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4245P versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon W-3245 — a 16% clock advantage for the EPYC 4245P (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The EPYC 4245P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon W-3245 uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4245P scores 31,135 against the Xeon W-3245's 31,089 — a 0.1% lead for the EPYC 4245P. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 12,000 vs 18,000 (40% advantage for the Xeon W-3245). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,347 vs 1,353, a 84.9% lead for the EPYC 4245P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 14,616 vs 11,698 (22.2% advantage for the EPYC 4245P). L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4245P vs 22 MB on the Xeon W-3245.

Feature	EPYC 4245P	Xeon W-3245
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	16 / 32+167%
Boost Clock	5.4 GHz+17%	4.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.9 GHz+22%	3.2 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB (total)+45%	22 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	16 MB+1500%
Process	4 nm-71%	14 nm
Architecture	Grado (2025)	Cascade Lake (2019−2020)
PassMark	31,135	31,089
Cinebench R23 Multi	12,000	18,000+50%
Geekbench 6 Single	3,347+147%	1,353
Geekbench 6 Multi	14,616+25%	11,698

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 4245P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon W-3245 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the EPYC 4245P versus DDR4-2933 on the Xeon W-3245 — the EPYC 4245P supports 90.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3245 supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 300% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4245P) vs 6 (Xeon W-3245). PCIe lanes: 24 (EPYC 4245P) vs 64 (Xeon W-3245) — the Xeon W-3245 offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 platform (EPYC 4245P) and C621 (Xeon W-3245).

Feature	EPYC 4245P	Xeon W-3245
Socket	AM5	LGA3647
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600+91%	DDR4-2933
Max RAM Capacity	256 GB	1024 GB+300%
RAM Channels	2	6+200%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	24	64+167%

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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: AMD-V (EPYC 4245P) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon W-3245). The EPYC 4245P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2)), while the Xeon W-3245 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4245P targets Entry-level Server / Workstation, Xeon W-3245 targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4245P rivals Xeon E-2436; Xeon W-3245 rivals Threadripper 2950X.

Feature	EPYC 4245P	Xeon W-3245
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2)	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Entry-level Server / Workstation	Professional Workstation