EPYC 4564P vs EPYC 8434P
EPYC 4564P
EPYC 8434P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4564P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8434P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,517) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,137) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+100%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,517) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,137) |
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 4564P and EPYC 8434P
EPYC 4564P
The EPYC 4564P 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 64,387 points. Launch price was $699.
EPYC 8434P
The EPYC 8434P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 66,490 points. Launch price was $2,700.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4564P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 8434P offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the EPYC 8434P has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4564P versus 3.1 GHz on the EPYC 8434P — a 59.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4564P (base: 4.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 4564P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 8434P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4564P scores 64,387 against the EPYC 8434P's 66,490 — a 3.2% lead for the EPYC 8434P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4564P vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 8434P.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 48 / 96+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+84% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+80% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 64,387 | 66,490+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 38,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,975 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,581 | — |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4564P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 8434P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4564P versus 4800 on the EPYC 8434P — the EPYC 8434P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8434P supports up to 1152 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4564P) vs 6 (EPYC 8434P). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4564P) vs 96 (EPYC 8434P) — the EPYC 8434P offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (EPYC 4564P) and SP6 (EPYC 8434P).
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+17476167% | 1152 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 96+243% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4564P) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 8434P). The EPYC 4564P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 8434P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4564P targets High-end Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4564P rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; EPYC 8434P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vi | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | High-end Server / Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4564P launched at $1517 MSRP, while the EPYC 8434P debuted at $1517. At current prices ($1517 vs $3137), the EPYC 4564P is $1620 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4564P delivers 42.4 pts/$ vs 21.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 8434P — making the EPYC 4564P the 66.8% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1517 | $1517 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1517-52% | $3137 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.4+100% | 21.2 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2023 |
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