
EPYC 4545P vs Core Ultra 9 275HX

EPYC 4545P

Core Ultra 9 275HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4545P
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 275HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4545P | Core Ultra 9 275HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($595) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4545P | Core Ultra 9 275HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($595) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 4545P and Core Ultra 9 275HX

EPYC 4545P
The EPYC 4545P 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 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: 54,255 points. Launch price was $549.

Core Ultra 9 275HX
The Core Ultra 9 275HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 56,018 points. Launch price was $600.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4545P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 275HX offers 24 cores / 24 threads — the Core Ultra 9 275HX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P versus 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 275HX — identical boost frequencies (base: 3 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 4545P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 275HX uses Arrow Lake-HX (2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4545P scores 54,255 against the Core Ultra 9 275HX's 56,018 — a 3.2% lead for the Core Ultra 9 275HX. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 275HX.
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Core Ultra 9 275HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 24+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+11% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+78% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 4 nm | 3 nm-25% |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Arrow Lake-HX (2025) |
| PassMark | 54,255 | 56,018+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,835 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,908 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4545P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 9 275HX uses FCBGA2114 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4545P versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 275HX — the EPYC 4545P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core Ultra 9 275HX supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4545P) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 275HX) — the EPYC 4545P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4545P) and HM870,WM880 (Core Ultra 9 275HX).
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Core Ultra 9 275HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | FCBGA2114 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 256 GB+139810033% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+17% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the EPYC 4545P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 9 275HX). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4545P) and Intel Arc Graphics (Core Ultra 9 275HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 275HX targets High-End Gaming Laptop. Direct competitor: EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Core Ultra 9 275HX rivals Ryzen 9 9955HX.
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Core Ultra 9 275HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High-End Gaming Laptop |
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