EPYC 74F3 vs Xeon Gold 5520+
EPYC 74F3
Xeon Gold 5520+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 74F3
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 5520+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($824) | ✅ More affordable ($764) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($824) | ✅ More affordable ($764) |
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 74F3 and Xeon Gold 5520+
EPYC 74F3
The EPYC 74F3 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 2.8 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: 60,666 points. Launch price was $2,900.
Xeon Gold 5520+
The Xeon Gold 5520+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 61,227 points. Launch price was $1,640.
Processing Power
The EPYC 74F3 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon Gold 5520+ offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon Gold 5520+ has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 74F3 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 5520+ — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 74F3 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Xeon Gold 5520+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 74F3 scores 60,666 against the Xeon Gold 5520+'s 61,227 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon Gold 5520+. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 74F3 vs 52.5 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 5520+.
| Feature | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 28 / 56+17% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+27% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+388% | 52.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm+-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Milan (2021−2023) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 60,666 | 61,227 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,600 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 25,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 74F3 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 5520+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 74F3 versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon Gold 5520+ — the EPYC 74F3 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 74F3) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 5520+) — the EPYC 74F3 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 74F3) and C741 (Xeon Gold 5520+).
| Feature | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Gold 5520+ supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon Gold 5520+ targets Enterprise Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 74F3 rivals Xeon Platinum 8380; Xeon Gold 5520+ rivals EPYC 9354.
| Feature | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Enterprise Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 74F3 launched at $913 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 5520+ debuted at $1083. At current prices ($824 vs $764), the Xeon Gold 5520+ is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 74F3 delivers 73.6 pts/$ vs 80.1 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 5520+ — making the Xeon Gold 5520+ the 8.5% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 74F3 | Xeon Gold 5520+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $913-16% | $1083 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $824 | $764-7% |
| Performance per Dollar | 73.6 | 80.1+9% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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