EPYC 4464P vs EPYC 7402
EPYC 4464P
EPYC 7402
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4464P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7402
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+421%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
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 7402
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 7402
The EPYC 7402 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 46,012 points. Launch price was $1,783.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4464P packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 7402 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7402 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4464P versus 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7402 — a 46.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4464P (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The EPYC 4464P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 7402 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4464P scores 47,185 against the EPYC 7402's 46,012 — a 2.5% lead for the EPYC 4464P. Both processors carry 32 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 24 / 48+100% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+61% | 3.35 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+32% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 47,185+3% | 46,012 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 28,546 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,299 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 12,622 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4464P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7402 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the EPYC 4464P versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7402 — the EPYC 4464P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7402 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4464P) vs 8 (EPYC 7402). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4464P) vs 128 (EPYC 7402) — the EPYC 7402 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5,FL1 (EPYC 4464P) and SP3,Rome (EPYC 7402).
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200+129900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 4096 GB+3355443100% |
| 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. Only the EPYC 4464P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4464P) vs AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU (EPYC 7402). The EPYC 4464P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7402 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 7402 targets Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4464P rivals Core i9-13900; EPYC 7402 rivals Xeon Gold 6242.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU |
| Target Use | — | Server / Workstation |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4464P launched at $429 MSRP, while the EPYC 7402 debuted at $1783. At current prices ($450 vs $2285), the EPYC 4464P is $1835 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4464P delivers 104.9 pts/$ vs 20.1 pts/$ for the EPYC 7402 — making the EPYC 4464P the 135.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4464P | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429-76% | $1783 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $450-80% | $2285 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+422% | 20.1 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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