EPYC 7443P
VS
Core Ultra 9 275HX

EPYC 7443P vs Core Ultra 9 275HX

AMD

EPYC 7443P

24 Cores48 Thrd200 WWMax: 4 GHz2021
VS
Intel

Core Ultra 9 275HX

24 Cores24 Thrd55 WWMax: 5.4 GHz2025

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7443P

#232
EPYC 7282
MSRP: $650|Avg: $199
109%
#233
Xeon w5-2545
MSRP: $889|Avg: $1100
108%
#234
Xeon W-1250P
MSRP: $311|Avg: $311
108%
#237
Xeon w3-2535
MSRP: $739|Avg: $800
106%
#239
EPYC 7313P
MSRP: $913|Avg: $824
106%
#240
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
MSRP: $329|Avg: $60
105%
#241
Xeon w5-2555X
MSRP: $1069|Avg: $1145
105%
#242
Xeon E-2246G
MSRP: $311|Avg: $268
105%
#244
Xeon w3-2423
MSRP: $359|Avg: $300
104%
#245
EPYC 8434P
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $3137
103%
#247
EPYC 7443P
MSRP: $1337|Avg: $1045
100%
#248
EPYC 4564P
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $1517
100%
#249
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX
MSRP: $1340|Avg: $1340
100%
#250
EPYC 7D12
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
100%
#251
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MSRP: $594|Avg: $450
99%
#253
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MSRP: $499|Avg: $400
97%
#255
Xeon 6517P
MSRP: $1195|Avg: $1195
96%
#257
Xeon W-1290
MSRP: $498|Avg: $300
95%
#258
EPYC 9124
MSRP: $1083|Avg: $1083
95%
#260
EPYC 4584PX
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $1517
93%
#261
Xeon w3-2435
MSRP: $669|Avg: $790
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 275HX

#31
Ryzen 5 230
MSRP: $200|Avg: $190
117%
#36
Core i5-11500B
MSRP: $185|Avg: $185
107%
#42
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A
102%
#43
Core Ultra 9 275HX
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#49
Core i9-12900HX
MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A
96%
#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($1,045) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The EPYC 7443P is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.
InsightEPYC 7443PCore Ultra 9 275HX
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($1,045)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+)
✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core Ultra 9 275HX ($0), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($1,045 less, 100% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.
InsightEPYC 7443PCore Ultra 9 275HX
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($1,045)
More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 7443P and Core Ultra 9 275HX

AMD

EPYC 7443P

The EPYC 7443P 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.85 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 56,808 points. Launch price was $1,337.

Intel

Core Ultra 9 275HX

The Core Ultra 9 275HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 56,018 points. Launch price was $600.

Processing Power

The EPYC 7443P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, matching the Core Ultra 9 275HX's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 7443P versus 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 275HX — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 275HX (base: 2.85 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 7443P uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Core Ultra 9 275HX uses Arrow Lake-HX (2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7443P scores 56,808 against the Core Ultra 9 275HX's 56,018 — a 1.4% lead for the EPYC 7443P. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7443P vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 275HX.

FeatureEPYC 7443PCore Ultra 9 275HX
Cores / Threads
24 / 48
24 / 24
Boost Clock
4 GHz
5.4 GHz+35%
Base Clock
2.85 GHz+6%
2.7 GHz
L3 Cache
128 MB (total)+256%
36 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)
3 MB (per core)+500%
Process
7 nm+
3 nm-57%
Architecture
Milan (2021−2023)
Arrow Lake-HX (2025)
PassMark
56,808+1%
56,018
Geekbench 6 Single
2,835
Geekbench 6 Multi
17,908
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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7443P uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 9 275HX uses FCBGA2114 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7443P versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 275HX — the EPYC 7443P supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7443P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 GB 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7443P) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 275HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7443P) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 275HX) — the EPYC 7443P offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7443P) and HM870,WM880 (Core Ultra 9 275HX).

FeatureEPYC 7443PCore Ultra 9 275HX
Socket
SP3
FCBGA2114
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed
3200+63900%
DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity
4096
256 GB+6553500%
RAM Channels
8+300%
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
128+433%
24
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Advanced Features

Only the Core Ultra 9 275HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 9 275HX includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics), while the EPYC 7443P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 275HX targets High-End Gaming Laptop. Direct competitor: EPYC 7443P rivals Xeon Platinum 8362; Core Ultra 9 275HX rivals Ryzen 9 9955HX.

FeatureEPYC 7443PCore Ultra 9 275HX
Integrated GPU
No
Yes
IGPU Model
None
Intel Arc Graphics
Unlocked
No
Yes
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
High-End Gaming Laptop