EPYC 4465P vs Core Ultra 7 265F
EPYC 4465P
Core Ultra 7 265F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4465P
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 265F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($399) | ✅ More affordable ($276) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+42%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($399) | ✅ More affordable ($276) |
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 4465P and Core Ultra 7 265F
EPYC 4465P
The EPYC 4465P 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 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: 50,216 points. Launch price was $399.
Core Ultra 7 265F
The Core Ultra 7 265F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 49,161 points. Launch price was $379.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4465P packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265F offers 20 cores / 20 threads — the Core Ultra 7 265F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4465P versus 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265F — a 1.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4465P (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The EPYC 4465P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 265F uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4465P scores 50,216 against the Core Ultra 7 265F's 49,161 — a 2.1% lead for the EPYC 4465P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4465P vs 30 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 265F.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 20 / 20+67% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+2% | 5.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+42% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+113% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 4 nm | 3 nm-25% |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 50,216+2% | 49,161 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 25,459 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4465P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 7 265F uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the EPYC 4465P versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 7 265F — the EPYC 4465P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core Ultra 7 265F supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4465P) vs 24 (Core Ultra 7 265F) — the EPYC 4465P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4465P) and Z890,B860,H810 (Core Ultra 7 265F).
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200+103900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 256 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+17% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the EPYC 4465P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4465P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 7 265F). The EPYC 4465P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Core Ultra 7 265F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 7 265F targets High Performance Gaming. Direct competitor: EPYC 4465P rivals Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Performance Gaming |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4465P launched at $399 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 265F debuted at $369. At current prices ($399 vs $276), the Core Ultra 7 265F is $123 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4465P delivers 125.9 pts/$ vs 178.1 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 7 265F — making the Core Ultra 7 265F the 34.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Core Ultra 7 265F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $369-8% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $399 | $276-31% |
| Performance per Dollar | 125.9 | 178.1+41% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2025 |
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