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EPYC 7402
EPYC 4464P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7402
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4464P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+421%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
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 7402 and EPYC 4464P
EPYC 7402
The EPYC 7402 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 46,012 points. Launch price was $1,783.
EPYC 4464P
The EPYC 4464P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 47,185 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7402 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4464P offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 7402 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7402 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4464P — a 46.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4464P (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The EPYC 7402 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the EPYC 4464P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7402 scores 46,012 against the EPYC 4464P's 47,185 — a 2.5% lead for the EPYC 4464P. Both processors carry 32 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+100% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.35 GHz | 5.4 GHz+61% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.7 GHz+32% |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 46,012 | 47,185+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 28,546 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,299 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 12,622 | — |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7402 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4464P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7402 versus 5200 on the EPYC 4464P — the EPYC 4464P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7402 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7402) vs 2 (EPYC 4464P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7402) vs 28 (EPYC 4464P) — the EPYC 7402 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,Rome (EPYC 7402) and AM5,FL1 (EPYC 4464P).
| Feature | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 5200+129900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+3355443100% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4464P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4464P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU (EPYC 7402) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4464P). The EPYC 4464P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7402 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 7402 targets Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 7402 rivals Xeon Gold 6242; EPYC 4464P rivals Core i9-13900.
| Feature | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server / Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7402 launched at $1783 MSRP, while the EPYC 4464P debuted at $429. At current prices ($2285 vs $450), the EPYC 4464P is $1835 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7402 delivers 20.1 pts/$ vs 104.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 4464P — making the EPYC 4464P the 135.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7402 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1783 | $429-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2285 | $450-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.1 | 104.9+422% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2024 |
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