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EPYC 4344P
Xeon w3-2535
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4344P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2535
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($314) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+158%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($314) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
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 4344P and Xeon w3-2535
EPYC 4344P
The EPYC 4344P 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 33,821 points. Launch price was $329.
Xeon w3-2535
The Xeon w3-2535 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 26.25 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 33,367 points. Launch price was $739.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4344P packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon w3-2535 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon w3-2535 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the EPYC 4344P versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w3-2535 — a 14.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4344P (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The EPYC 4344P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon w3-2535 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4344P scores 33,821 against the Xeon w3-2535's 33,367 — a 1.4% lead for the EPYC 4344P. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 19,500 vs 17,500 (10.8% advantage for the EPYC 4344P). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,960 vs 2,254, a 14% lead for the Xeon w3-2535 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,896 vs 12,400 (147% advantage for the Xeon w3-2535). L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4344P vs 26.25 MB on the Xeon w3-2535.
| Feature | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+15% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+9% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+22% | 26.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 33,821+1% | 33,367 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 19,500+11% | 17,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,960 | 2,254+15% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,896 | 12,400+554% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4344P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w3-2535 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon w3-2535 supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 165.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4344P) vs 4 (Xeon w3-2535). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4344P) vs 64 (Xeon w3-2535) — the Xeon w3-2535 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4344P) and W790 (Xeon w3-2535).
| Feature | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-4400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 2048 GB+967% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 64+129% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4344P) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon w3-2535). The EPYC 4344P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w3-2535 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4344P targets Entry Server, Xeon w3-2535 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4344P rivals Xeon E-2468; Xeon w3-2535 rivals EPYC 7313.
| Feature | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vi | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Entry Server | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4344P launched at $329 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2535 debuted at $739. At current prices ($314 vs $800), the EPYC 4344P is $486 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4344P delivers 107.7 pts/$ vs 41.7 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2535 — making the EPYC 4344P the 88.3% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4344P | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-55% | $739 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $314-61% | $800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 107.7+158% | 41.7 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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