EPYC 4564P vs Ryzen 9 9950X
EPYC 4564P
Ryzen 9 9950X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4564P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 9950X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Ridge (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1102%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
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 Ryzen 9 9950X
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.
Ryzen 9 9950X
The Ryzen 9 9950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Granite Ridge (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 65,833 points. Launch price was $649.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 4564P and Ryzen 9 9950X share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4564P versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 9950X — identical boost frequencies (base: 4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The EPYC 4564P uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Ryzen 9 9950X uses Granite Ridge (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4564P scores 64,387 against the Ryzen 9 9950X's 65,833 — a 2.2% lead for the Ryzen 9 9950X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 38,500 vs 42,871 (10.7% advantage for the Ryzen 9 9950X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,975 vs 3,384, a 12.9% lead for the Ryzen 9 9950X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,581 vs 21,441 (14.3% advantage for the Ryzen 9 9950X). Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+5% | 4.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 4 nm-20% |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Granite Ridge (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 64,387 | 65,833+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 38,500 | 42,871+11% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,975 | 3,384+14% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,581 | 21,441+15% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM5 socket with PCIe 4.0. 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 24 (Ryzen 9 9950X) — the EPYC 4564P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (EPYC 4564P) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (Ryzen 9 9950X).
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |
| 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+17% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 9950X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4564P) vs true (Ryzen 9 9950X). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4564P) and Radeon Graphics (2 Cores) (Ryzen 9 9950X) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4564P targets High-end Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4564P rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; Ryzen 9 9950X rivals Core Ultra 9 285K.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | Radeon Graphics (2 Cores) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vi | true |
| Target Use | High-end Server / Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4564P launched at $1517 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 9950X debuted at $649. At current prices ($1517 vs $129), the Ryzen 9 9950X is $1388 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4564P delivers 42.4 pts/$ vs 510.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 9950X — making the Ryzen 9 9950X the 169.3% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4564P | Ryzen 9 9950X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1517 | $649-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1517 | $129-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.4 | 510.3+1104% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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