EPYC 4364P vs Ryzen 7 3700X
EPYC 4364P
Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4364P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($334) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+56%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($334) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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 4364P and Ryzen 7 3700X
EPYC 4364P
The EPYC 4364P 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 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $399.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 4364P and Ryzen 7 3700X share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4364P versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 20.4% clock advantage for the EPYC 4364P (base: 4.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The EPYC 4364P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4364P scores 34,215 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 41.6% lead for the EPYC 4364P. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4364P vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+23% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+25% | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 34,215+53% | 22,430 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 21,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,085 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,594 | — |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4364P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4364P versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the EPYC 4364P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4364P supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4364P) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the EPYC 4364P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4364P) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+50% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+17% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4364P) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The EPYC 4364P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4364P targets Entry Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 4364P rivals Xeon E-2488.
| Feature | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vi | — |
| Target Use | Entry Server | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4364P launched at $399 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($334 vs $140), the Ryzen 7 3700X is $194 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4364P delivers 102.4 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 44% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4364P | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $329-18% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $334 | $140-58% |
| Performance per Dollar | 102.4 | 160.2+56% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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