EPYC 4465P vs Xeon w7-3445
EPYC 4465P
Xeon w7-3445
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4465P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3445
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,596) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+567%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,596) |
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 Xeon w7-3445
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.
Xeon w7-3445
The Xeon w7-3445 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 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 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: 48,991 points. Launch price was $1,989.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4465P packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon w7-3445 offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon w7-3445 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4465P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3445 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4465P (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The EPYC 4465P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon w7-3445 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4465P scores 50,216 against the Xeon w7-3445's 48,991 — a 2.5% lead for the EPYC 4465P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4465P vs 52.5 MB on the Xeon w7-3445.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 20 / 40+67% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+13% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+31% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+22% | 52.5 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 | 50,216+3% | 48,991 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4465P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w7-3445 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the EPYC 4465P versus 4800 on the Xeon w7-3445 — the EPYC 4465P supports 8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3445 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4465P) vs 8 (Xeon w7-3445). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4465P) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3445) — the Xeon w7-3445 offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4465P) and W790 (Xeon w7-3445).
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200+8% | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 4096+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 112+300% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4465P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w7-3445). The EPYC 4465P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w7-3445 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4465P rivals Core i7-14700K; Xeon w7-3445 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4465P launched at $399 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3445 debuted at $1989. At current prices ($399 vs $2596), the EPYC 4465P is $2197 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4465P delivers 125.9 pts/$ vs 18.9 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3445 — making the EPYC 4465P the 147.8% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4465P | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399-80% | $1989 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $399-85% | $2596 |
| Performance per Dollar | 125.9+566% | 18.9 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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