EPYC 7443P vs Core Ultra 9 285
EPYC 7443P
Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7443P
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,045) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+92%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,045) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
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 7443P and Core Ultra 9 285
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.
Core Ultra 9 285
The Core Ultra 9 285 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2025 (recentemente). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 57,442 points. Launch price was $579.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7443P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, matching the Core Ultra 9 285's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 7443P versus 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 — a 31.6% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.85 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 7443P uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7443P scores 56,808 against the Core Ultra 9 285's 57,442 — a 1.1% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7443P vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285.
| Feature | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 24 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.5 GHz+38% |
| Base Clock | 2.85 GHz+14% | 2.5 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-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 56,808 | 57,442+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7443P uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses LGA1851 (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 9 285 — 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 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7443P) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7443P) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) — the EPYC 7443P offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7443P) and Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285).
| Feature | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+433% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7443P) vs Yes (Core Ultra 9 285). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the EPYC 7443P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming. Direct competitor: EPYC 7443P rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | — | High-End Gaming |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7443P launched at $1337 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 285 debuted at $589. At current prices ($1045 vs $550), the Core Ultra 9 285 is $495 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7443P delivers 54.4 pts/$ vs 104.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 285 — making the Core Ultra 9 285 the 63.1% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7443P | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1337 | $589-56% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1045 | $550-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 54.4 | 104.4+92% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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