EPYC 7313P vs Core i9-12900K
EPYC 7313P
Core i9-12900K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7313P
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-12900K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($824) | ✅ More affordable ($322) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+157%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($824) | ✅ More affordable ($322) |
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 7313P and Core i9-12900K
EPYC 7313P
The EPYC 7313P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 41,017 points. Launch price was $913.
Core i9-12900K
The Core i9-12900K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,180 points. Launch price was $589.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7313P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, matching the Core i9-12900K's 16 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7313P versus 5.2 GHz on the Core i9-12900K — a 33.7% clock advantage for the Core i9-12900K (base: 3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The EPYC 7313P uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Core i9-12900K uses Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7313P scores 41,017 against the Core i9-12900K's 41,180 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i9-12900K. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7313P vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.2 GHz+41% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+327% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm+-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Milan (2021−2023) | Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) |
| PassMark | 41,017 | 41,180 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7313P uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-12900K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7313P versus DDR5-4800 on the Core i9-12900K — the EPYC 7313P supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7313P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7313P) vs 2 (Core i9-12900K). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7313P) vs 20 (Core i9-12900K) — the EPYC 7313P offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7313P) and Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i9-12900K).
| Feature | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 128 GB+3276700% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+540% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 7313P) / not specified (Core i9-12900K). The Core i9-12900K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the EPYC 7313P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7313P rivals Xeon Gold 6334.
| Feature | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7313P launched at $913 MSRP, while the Core i9-12900K debuted at $589. At current prices ($824 vs $322), the Core i9-12900K is $502 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7313P delivers 49.8 pts/$ vs 127.9 pts/$ for the Core i9-12900K — making the Core i9-12900K the 87.9% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7313P | Core i9-12900K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $913 | $589-35% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $824 | $322-61% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.8 | 127.9+157% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2021 |
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