EPYC 7303P vs Xeon w5-3425

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EPYC 7303P

16 Cores32 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

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Xeon w5-3425

12 Cores24 Thrd270 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2023

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EPYC 7303P vs Xeon w5-3425 Performance Spectrum

EPYC 7303P

16 / 32

36,487

+0.9%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

Xeon w5-3425

12 / 24

36,178

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

EPYC 7303P vs Xeon w5-3425 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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EPYC 7303P vs Xeon w5-3425: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

EPYC 7303P

2023

Why buy it

✅+0.9% higher PassMark.
✅+113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).
✅Costs $595 less on MSRP ($594 MSRP vs $1,189 MSRP).
✅Delivers 101.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 61.4 vs 30.4 PassMark/$ ($594 MSRP vs $1,189 MSRP).
✅Draws 130W instead of 270W, a 140W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon w5-3425 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while Xeon w5-3425 moves to LGA4677 and DDR5.

Xeon w5-3425

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +17.8% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Newer platform on LGA4677 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (36,178 vs 36,487).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (30 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 30.4 vs 61.4 PassMark/$ ($1,189 MSRP vs $594 MSRP).
❌107.7% higher power demand at 270W vs 130W.

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 7303P better than Xeon w5-3425?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, Xeon w5-3425 is ahead with a 17.8% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7303P pulls ahead with 0.9% better PassMark. EPYC 7303P also has the bigger cache pool with 113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7303P is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.9% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 32 threads. It also has the larger cache pool with 113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

EPYC 7303P is the better buy right now. EPYC 7303P comes in $595 cheaper on MSRP at $594 MSRP versus $1,189 MSRP, and it still gives you 0.9% better PassMark. The compromise is that Xeon w5-3425 is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 17.8% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 101.9% better value on MSRP (61.4 vs 30.4 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Xeon w5-3425 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a healthier platform with LGA4677 and DDR5 instead of SP3. That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

EPYC 7303P vs Xeon w5-3425 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

EPYC 7303P

The EPYC 7303P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 36,487 points. Launch price was $594.

Xeon w5-3425

The Xeon w5-3425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 36,178 points. Launch price was $1,189.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7303P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon w5-3425 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 7303P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the EPYC 7303P versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-3425 — a 30% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3425 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The EPYC 7303P uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon w5-3425 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7303P scores 36,487 against the Xeon w5-3425's 36,178 — a 0.9% lead for the EPYC 7303P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7303P vs 30 MB on the Xeon w5-3425.

Feature	EPYC 7303P	Xeon w5-3425
Cores / Threads	16 / 32+33%	12 / 24
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	4.6 GHz+35%
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	3.2 GHz+33%
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)+113%	30 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+300%
Process	7 nm	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Milan (2021−2023)	Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
PassMark	36,487	36,178

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7303P uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3425 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7303P versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3425 — the Xeon w5-3425 supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7303P) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3425) — the EPYC 7303P offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7303P) and W790 (Xeon w5-3425).

Feature	EPYC 7303P	Xeon w5-3425
Socket	SP3	LGA4677
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	3200	DDR5-4800+50%
Max RAM Capacity	4096 GB	4096 GB
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+14%	112

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 7303P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w5-3425). Direct competitor: EPYC 7303P rivals Xeon Gold 6330.

Feature	EPYC 7303P	Xeon w5-3425
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V, IOMMU	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

At launch, the EPYC 7303P was priced at $594, while the Xeon w5-3425 came in at $1189. On launch pricing ($594 vs $1189), EPYC 7303P was $595 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7303P delivers 61.4 pts/$ vs 30.4 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-3425 — making the EPYC 7303P the 67.5% better value option.

Feature	EPYC 7303P	Xeon w5-3425
MSRP	$594-50%	$1189
Performance per Dollar	61.4+102%	30.4
Release Date	2023	2023

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