EPYC 4585PX vs Xeon Platinum 8461V
EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Platinum 8461V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8461V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($826) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,491) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+412%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($826) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,491) |
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 Xeon Platinum 8461V
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.
Xeon Platinum 8461V
The Xeon Platinum 8461V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 74,982 points. Launch price was $4,491.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4585PX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8461V offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8461V has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX versus 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8461V — a 42.6% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 4585PX uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8461V uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4585PX scores 70,563 against the Xeon Platinum 8461V's 74,982 — a 6.1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8461V. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX vs 97.5 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8461V.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 48 / 96+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+54% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+95% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+31% | 97.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 70,563 | 74,982+6% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4585PX uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8461V uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX versus 4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8461V — the EPYC 4585PX supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8461V supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8461V). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8461V) — the Xeon Platinum 8461V offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4585PX) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8461V).
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+17% | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 80+186% |
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 VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8461V). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8461V requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K; Xeon Platinum 8461V rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4585PX launched at $699 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8461V debuted at $4491. At current prices ($826 vs $4491), the EPYC 4585PX is $3665 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4585PX delivers 85.4 pts/$ vs 16.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8461V — making the EPYC 4585PX the 134.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699-84% | $4491 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $826-82% | $4491 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.4+411% | 16.7 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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