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EPYC 4565P
EPYC 9254
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4565P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9254
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,980) | ✅ More affordable ($1,099) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+81%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,980) | ✅ More affordable ($1,099) |
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 4565P and EPYC 9254
EPYC 4565P
The EPYC 4565P 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 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: 64,068 points. Launch price was $589.
EPYC 9254
The EPYC 9254 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.15 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 64,344 points. Launch price was $2,299.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4565P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 9254 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 9254 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4565P versus 4.15 GHz on the EPYC 9254 — a 31.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 4565P (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The EPYC 4565P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 9254 uses Genoa (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4565P scores 64,068 against the EPYC 9254's 64,344 — a 0.4% lead for the EPYC 9254. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4565P vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 9254.
| Feature | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+37% | 4.15 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+48% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-20% | 5 nm, 6 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Genoa (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 64,068 | 64,344 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,233 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,023 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4565P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9254 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4565P versus DDR5-4800 on the EPYC 9254 — the EPYC 4565P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9254 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4565P) vs 12 (EPYC 9254). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4565P) vs 128 (EPYC 9254) — the EPYC 9254 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4565P) and SP5 (EPYC 9254).
| Feature | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 6144 GB+3355443100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 12+500% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 128+357% |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4565P 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: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4565P) vs AMD-V (EPYC 9254). The EPYC 4565P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 9254 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 9254 targets Enterprise Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 4565P rivals Core Ultra 9 285K; EPYC 9254 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468.
| Feature | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Enterprise Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4565P launched at $2730 MSRP, while the EPYC 9254 debuted at $3761. At current prices ($1980 vs $1099), the EPYC 9254 is $881 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4565P delivers 32.4 pts/$ vs 58.5 pts/$ for the EPYC 9254 — making the EPYC 9254 the 57.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4565P | EPYC 9254 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2730-27% | $3761 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1980 | $1099-44% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4 | 58.5+81% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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