EPYC 4464P vs EPYC 73F3
EPYC 4464P
EPYC 73F3
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4464P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 73F3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,100) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+378%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,100) |
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 4464P and EPYC 73F3
EPYC 4464P
The EPYC 4464P 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 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: 47,185 points. Launch price was $399.
EPYC 73F3
The EPYC 73F3 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,103 points. Launch price was $3,521.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4464P packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 73F3 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 73F3 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4464P versus 4 GHz on the EPYC 73F3 — a 29.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4464P (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The EPYC 4464P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 73F3 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the EPYC 4464P scores 47,185 against the EPYC 73F3's 46,103 — a 2.3% lead for the EPYC 4464P. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4464P vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 73F3.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 16 / 32+33% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+35% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 256 MB (total)+700% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | 7 nm+ |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 47,185+2% | 46,103 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4464P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 73F3 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the EPYC 4464P versus 3200 on the EPYC 73F3 — the EPYC 4464P supports 47.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 73F3 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4464P) vs 8 (EPYC 73F3). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4464P) vs 128 (EPYC 73F3) — the EPYC 73F3 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5,FL1 (EPYC 4464P) and SP3,C621A (EPYC 73F3).
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200+63% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 4096+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 128+357% |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4464P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4464P) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 73F3). The EPYC 4464P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 73F3 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4464P rivals Core i9-13900; EPYC 73F3 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4464P launched at $429 MSRP, while the EPYC 73F3 debuted at $3521. At current prices ($450 vs $2100), the EPYC 4464P is $1650 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4464P delivers 104.9 pts/$ vs 22.0 pts/$ for the EPYC 73F3 — making the EPYC 4464P the 130.8% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 73F3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429-88% | $3521 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $450-79% | $2100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+377% | 22.0 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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