EPYC 4564P vs Core i5-13600K
EPYC 4564P
Core i5-13600K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4564P
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) | ✅ More affordable ($319) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+178%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) | ✅ More affordable ($319) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 4564P and Core i5-13600K
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.
Core i5-13600K
The Core i5-13600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4564P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i5-13600K offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the EPYC 4564P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4564P versus 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K — a 11.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4564P (base: 4.5 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The EPYC 4564P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Core i5-13600K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4564P scores 64,387 against the Core i5-13600K's 37,655 — a 52.4% lead for the EPYC 4564P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4564P vs 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+14% | 14 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+12% | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+29% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+167% | 24 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 64,387+71% | 37,655 |
| 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 Core i5-13600K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. Both support up to 192 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4564P) vs 20 (Core i5-13600K) — the EPYC 4564P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (EPYC 4564P) and Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i5-13600K).
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i5-13600K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4564P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4564P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13600K). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4564P) and UHD Graphics 770 (Core i5-13600K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4564P targets High-end Server / Workstation, Core i5-13600K targets Desktop. Direct competitor: EPYC 4564P rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vi | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | High-end Server / Workstation | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4564P launched at $1517 MSRP, while the Core i5-13600K debuted at $329. At current prices ($1517 vs $319), the Core i5-13600K is $1198 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4564P delivers 42.4 pts/$ vs 118.0 pts/$ for the Core i5-13600K — making the Core i5-13600K the 94.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1517 | $329-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1517 | $319-79% |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.4 | 118.0+178% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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