EPYC 4585PX vs EPYC 8534P
EPYC 4585PX
EPYC 8534P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8534P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($826) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,529) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+557%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($826) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,529) |
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 8534P
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 8534P
The EPYC 8534P 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 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 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: 71,900 points. Launch price was $4,950.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4585PX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 8534P offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the EPYC 8534P has 48 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX versus 3.1 GHz on the EPYC 8534P — a 59.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The EPYC 4585PX uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 8534P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4585PX scores 70,563 against the EPYC 8534P's 71,900 — a 1.9% lead for the EPYC 8534P. Both processors carry 128 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 64 / 128+300% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+84% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+87% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-20% | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 70,563 | 71,900+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,678 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,882 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4585PX uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 8534P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX versus DDR5-4800 on the EPYC 8534P — the EPYC 4585PX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8534P supports up to 1152 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 127.3% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 6 (EPYC 8534P). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 96 (EPYC 8534P) — the EPYC 8534P offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4585PX) and SP6 (EPYC 8534P).
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 1152 GB+471859100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 96+243% |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4585PX 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 4585PX) vs AMD-V (EPYC 8534P). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 8534P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 8534P targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K; EPYC 8534P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | Cloud Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4585PX launched at $699 MSRP, while the EPYC 8534P debuted at $5529. At current prices ($826 vs $5529), the EPYC 4585PX is $4703 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4585PX delivers 85.4 pts/$ vs 13.0 pts/$ for the EPYC 8534P — making the EPYC 4585PX the 147.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | EPYC 8534P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699-87% | $5529 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $826-85% | $5529 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.4+557% | 13.0 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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