EPYC 4345P vs Xeon w5-3425
EPYC 4345P
Xeon w5-3425
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4345P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3425
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($329) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,189) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+260%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($329) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,189) |
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 w5-3425
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 w5-3425
The Xeon w5-3425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 36,178 points. Launch price was $1,189.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4345P packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon w5-3425 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon w5-3425 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the EPYC 4345P versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-3425 — a 17.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4345P (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The EPYC 4345P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon w5-3425 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4345P scores 36,006 against the Xeon w5-3425's 36,178 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon w5-3425. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4345P vs 30 MB on the Xeon w5-3425.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 24+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+20% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+19% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+7% | 30 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 36,006 | 36,178 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4345P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3425 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4345P versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3425 — the EPYC 4345P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-3425 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4345P) vs 8 (Xeon w5-3425). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4345P) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3425) — the Xeon w5-3425 offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4345P) and W790 (Xeon w5-3425).
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 4096 GB+3355443100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 112+300% |
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 w5-3425). The EPYC 4345P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w5-3425 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4345P rivals Xeon E-2488.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | — |
| 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 w5-3425 debuted at $1189. At current prices ($329 vs $1189), the EPYC 4345P is $860 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4345P delivers 109.4 pts/$ vs 30.4 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-3425 — making the EPYC 4345P the 113% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4345P | Xeon w5-3425 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-72% | $1189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $329-72% | $1189 |
| Performance per Dollar | 109.4+260% | 30.4 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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