EPYC 4585PX vs Xeon Platinum 8571N
EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($826) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+92%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($826) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
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 8571N
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 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). 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 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
Processing Power
The EPYC 4585PX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N offers 52 cores / 104 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 36 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N — a 35.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The EPYC 4585PX uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4585PX scores 70,563 against the Xeon Platinum 8571N's 68,385 — a 3.1% lead for the EPYC 4585PX. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX vs 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 52 / 104+225% |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+43% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+79% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 300 MB (total)+134% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Grado (2025) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 70,563+3% | 68,385 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,961 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 60,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 4585PX uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8571N — the EPYC 4585PX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8571N supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8571N). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4585PX) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) — the Xeon Platinum 8571N offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4585PX) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N).
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096 GB+1677721500% |
| 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 8571N). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K; Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Target Use | — | Cloud Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 4585PX launched at $699 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N debuted at $599. At current prices ($826 vs $418), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $408 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4585PX delivers 85.4 pts/$ vs 163.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8571N — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 62.8% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 4585PX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $599-14% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $826 | $418-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.4 | 163.6+92% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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