EPYC 7343 vs Xeon Platinum 8352M
EPYC 7343
Xeon Platinum 8352M
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7343
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8352M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,471) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+226%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,471) |
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 7343 and Xeon Platinum 8352M
EPYC 7343
The EPYC 7343 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 190 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 43,644 points. Launch price was $1,565.
Xeon Platinum 8352M
The Xeon Platinum 8352M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 44,406 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7343 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8352M offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8352M has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the EPYC 7343 versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8352M — a 10.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 7343 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The EPYC 7343 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Xeon Platinum 8352M uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7343 scores 43,644 against the Xeon Platinum 8352M's 44,406 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8352M. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7343 vs 48 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8352M.
| Feature | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 32 / 64+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+11% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+39% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+167% | 48 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm+-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Milan (2021−2023) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 43,644 | 44,406+2% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7343 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8352M uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 3200 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7343) vs 64 (Xeon Platinum 8352M) — the EPYC 7343 offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7343) and C621A (Xeon Platinum 8352M).
| Feature | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+100% | 64 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 7343) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8352M). Direct competitor: EPYC 7343 rivals Xeon Gold 6248; Xeon Platinum 8352M rivals EPYC 7543.
| Feature | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7343 launched at $1565 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8352M debuted at $4471. At current prices ($1350 vs $4471), the EPYC 7343 is $3121 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7343 delivers 32.3 pts/$ vs 9.9 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8352M — making the EPYC 7343 the 106% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7343 | Xeon Platinum 8352M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1565-65% | $4471 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1350-70% | $4471 |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.3+226% | 9.9 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2021 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on EPYC 7343 and Xeon Platinum 8352M
