EPYC 4545P vs Xeon w5-3535X
EPYC 4545P
Xeon w5-3535X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4545P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3535X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($595) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,699) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+179%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($595) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,699) |
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 Xeon w5-3535X
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.
Xeon w5-3535X
The Xeon w5-3535X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 55,532 points. Launch price was $1,689.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4545P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon w5-3535X offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon w5-3535X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3535X — a 11.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The EPYC 4545P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon w5-3535X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4545P scores 54,255 against the Xeon w5-3535X's 55,532 — a 2.3% lead for the Xeon w5-3535X. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P vs 52.5 MB on the Xeon w5-3535X.
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 20 / 40+25% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+13% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+3% | 2.9 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 | 54,255 | 55,532+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 30,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4545P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3535X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4545P versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3535X — the EPYC 4545P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-3535X supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4545P) vs 4 (Xeon w5-3535X). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4545P) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3535X) — the Xeon w5-3535X offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4545P) and W790 (Xeon w5-3535X).
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 4096 GB+2236962033% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| 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 4545P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w5-3535X). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w5-3535X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon w5-3535X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Xeon w5-3535X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4545P launched at $549 MSRP, while the Xeon w5-3535X debuted at $1699.
| Feature | EPYC 4545P | Xeon w5-3535X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $549-68% | $1699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $595 | — |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2024 |
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