EPYC 4345P vs Xeon Gold 6242R
EPYC 4345P
Xeon Gold 6242R
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4345P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6242R
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($329) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($779) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+137%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($329) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($779) |
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 4345P and Xeon Gold 6242R
EPYC 4345P
The EPYC 4345P 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 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: 36,006 points. Launch price was $329.
Xeon Gold 6242R
The Xeon Gold 6242R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 20 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 36,011 points. Launch price was $2,529.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4345P packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6242R offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon Gold 6242R has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the EPYC 4345P versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6242R — a 29.2% clock advantage for the EPYC 4345P (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 4345P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6242R uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4345P scores 36,006 against the Xeon Gold 6242R's 36,011 — a 0% lead for the Xeon Gold 6242R. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4345P vs 35.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6242R.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 20 / 40+150% |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+34% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+23% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 35.75 MB+12% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 20 MB+1900% |
| Process | 4 nm-71% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 36,006 | 36,011 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4345P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6242R uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4345P versus 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6242R — the EPYC 4345P supports 62.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6242R supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 128 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4345P) vs 6 (Xeon Gold 6242R). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4345P) vs 48 (Xeon Gold 6242R) — the Xeon Gold 6242R offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4345P) and C621 (Xeon Gold 6242R).
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+91% | 2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 1024+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 48+71% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 4345P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6242R). The EPYC 4345P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6242R requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4345P rivals Xeon E-2488; Xeon Gold 6242R rivals EPYC 7302.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, IOMMU | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4345P launched at $329 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6242R debuted at $2977. At current prices ($329 vs $779), the EPYC 4345P is $450 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4345P delivers 109.4 pts/$ vs 46.2 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6242R — making the EPYC 4345P the 81.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon Gold 6242R |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-89% | $2977 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $329-58% | $779 |
| Performance per Dollar | 109.4+137% | 46.2 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2020 |
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