EPYC 7473X vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D
EPYC 7473X
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Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7473X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan-X (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+131%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
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 7473X and Ryzen 9 7950X3D
EPYC 7473X
The EPYC 7473X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-01. It is based on the Milan-X (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 59,280 points. Launch price was $3,900.
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7473X packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7473X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7473X versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — a 42.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D (base: 2.8 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The EPYC 7473X uses the Milan-X (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7473X scores 59,280 against the Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 62,323 — a 5% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7473X vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
| Feature | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.7 GHz+54% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 768 MB (total)+500% | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Milan-X (2022) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 59,280 | 62,323+5% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,581 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,926 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 19,643 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7473X uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7473X versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — the EPYC 7473X supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7473X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7473X) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7473X) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D) — the EPYC 7473X offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7473X) and AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D).
| Feature | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 128 GB+3276700% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7473X) vs true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7473X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7473X rivals Xeon Platinum 8380; Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.
| Feature | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7473X launched at $3900 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D debuted at $699. At current prices ($200 vs $486), the EPYC 7473X is $286 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7473X delivers 296.4 pts/$ vs 128.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — making the EPYC 7473X the 79.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7473X | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3900 | $699-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-59% | $486 |
| Performance per Dollar | 296.4+131% | 128.2 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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