EPYC 4585PX vs EPYC 7742
EPYC 4585PX
EPYC 7742
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7742
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($826) | ✅ More affordable ($800) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($826) | ✅ More affordable ($800) |
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 4585PX and EPYC 7742
EPYC 4585PX
The EPYC 4585PX 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: 128 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: 70,563 points. Launch price was $699.
EPYC 7742
The EPYC 7742 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.25 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 69,448 points. Launch price was $6,950.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4585PX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7742 offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the EPYC 7742 has 48 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX versus 3.4 GHz on the EPYC 7742 — a 50.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.25 GHz). The EPYC 4585PX uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 7742 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4585PX scores 70,563 against the EPYC 7742's 69,448 — a 1.6% lead for the EPYC 4585PX. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7742.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 64 / 128+300% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+68% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+91% | 2.25 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 256 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 70,563+2% | 69,448 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4585PX uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7742 uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX versus 3200 on the EPYC 7742 — the EPYC 4585PX supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7742 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 8 (EPYC 7742). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 128 (EPYC 7742) — the EPYC 7742 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4585PX) and SP3 (EPYC 7742).
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | TR4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+75% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 128+357% |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4585PX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4585PX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4585PX) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7742). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7742 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K; EPYC 7742 rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4585PX launched at $699 MSRP, while the EPYC 7742 debuted at $6950. At current prices ($826 vs $800), the EPYC 7742 is $26 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4585PX delivers 85.4 pts/$ vs 86.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 7742 — making the EPYC 7742 the 1.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 7742 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699-90% | $6950 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $826 | $800-3% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.4 | 86.8+2% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2019 |
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