EPYC 73F3 vs Xeon Gold 6444Y
EPYC 73F3
Xeon Gold 6444Y
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 73F3
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6444Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+69%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
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 Xeon Gold 6444Y
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.
Xeon Gold 6444Y
The Xeon Gold 6444Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 45 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, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 47,176 points. Launch price was $1,517.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 73F3 and Xeon Gold 6444Y share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 73F3 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6444Y — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The EPYC 73F3 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Xeon Gold 6444Y uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 73F3 scores 46,103 against the Xeon Gold 6444Y's 47,176 — a 2.3% lead for the Xeon Gold 6444Y. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 73F3 vs 45 MB on the Xeon Gold 6444Y.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+469% | 45 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 | 46,103 | 47,176+2% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 73F3 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6444Y uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 73F3 versus 5600 on the Xeon Gold 6444Y — the Xeon Gold 6444Y supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 73F3) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 6444Y) — the EPYC 73F3 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (EPYC 73F3) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6444Y).
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 5600+75% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
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; Xeon Gold 6444Y rivals EPYC 9384X.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | 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 Xeon Gold 6444Y debuted at $3622.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3521-3% | $3622 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2100 | — |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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