EPYC 73F3 vs Core i9-14900F
EPYC 73F3
Core i9-14900F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 73F3
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-14900F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,100) | ✅ More affordable ($579) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+268%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,100) | ✅ More affordable ($579) |
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 73F3 and Core i9-14900F
EPYC 73F3
The EPYC 73F3 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 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,103 points. Launch price was $3,521.
Core i9-14900F
The Core i9-14900F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,825 points. Launch price was $524.
Processing Power
The EPYC 73F3 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i9-14900F offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-14900F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 73F3 versus 5.6 GHz on the Core i9-14900F — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900F (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The EPYC 73F3 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Core i9-14900F uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 73F3 scores 46,103 against the Core i9-14900F's 46,825 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i9-14900F. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 73F3 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14900F.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 32+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.6 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+75% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+611% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm+ | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Milan (2021−2023) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 46,103 | 46,825+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 33,820 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 73F3 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-14900F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 73F3 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i9-14900F — the EPYC 73F3 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 73F3 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 73F3) vs 2 (Core i9-14900F). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 73F3) vs 20 (Core i9-14900F) — the EPYC 73F3 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (EPYC 73F3) and LGA1700 (Core i9-14900F).
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+540% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 73F3 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 73F3 launched at $3521 MSRP, while the Core i9-14900F debuted at $524. At current prices ($2100 vs $579), the Core i9-14900F is $1521 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 73F3 delivers 22.0 pts/$ vs 80.9 pts/$ for the Core i9-14900F — making the Core i9-14900F the 114.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Core i9-14900F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3521 | $524-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2100 | $579-72% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0 | 80.9+268% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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