EPYC 73F3 vs Xeon W-3175X
EPYC 73F3
Xeon W-3175X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 73F3
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+43%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
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 W-3175X
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 W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Processing Power
The EPYC 73F3 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon W-3175X offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 73F3 versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X — a 5.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 73F3 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 73F3 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Xeon W-3175X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 73F3 scores 46,103 against the Xeon W-3175X's 46,125 — a 0% lead for the Xeon W-3175X. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 73F3 vs 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 28 / 56+75% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+5% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+13% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+565% | 38.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm+-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Milan (2021−2023) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 46,103 | 46,125 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,350 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,467 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,358 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 73F3 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon W-3175X uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 73F3 versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X — the EPYC 73F3 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 73F3 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 73F3) vs 6 (Xeon W-3175X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 73F3) vs 48 (Xeon W-3175X) — the EPYC 73F3 offers 80 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (EPYC 73F3) and Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X).
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+79900% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 512 GB+13107100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+33% | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+167% | 48 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon W-3175X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. 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 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| 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 W-3175X debuted at $2999. At current prices ($2100 vs $2999), the EPYC 73F3 is $899 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 73F3 delivers 22.0 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3175X — making the EPYC 73F3 the 35.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 73F3 | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3521 | $2999-15% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2100-30% | $2999 |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0+43% | 15.4 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2018 |
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