EPYC 7502 vs Xeon 6511P
EPYC 7502
Xeon 6511P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7502
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6511P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,299) | ✅ More affordable ($815) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+57%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,299) | ✅ More affordable ($815) |
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 7502 and Xeon 6511P
EPYC 7502
The EPYC 7502 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 52,107 points. Launch price was $2,600.
Xeon 6511P
The Xeon 6511P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 51,286 points. Launch price was $815.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7502 packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon 6511P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7502 has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7502 versus 4.2 GHz on the Xeon 6511P — a 22.5% clock advantage for the Xeon 6511P (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The EPYC 7502 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the Xeon 6511P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7502 scores 52,107 against the Xeon 6511P's 51,286 — a 1.6% lead for the EPYC 7502. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7502 vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6511P.
| Feature | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.35 GHz | 4.2 GHz+25% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+9% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+78% | 72 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 52,107+2% | 51,286 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7502 uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6511P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7502 versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6511P — the EPYC 7502 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 7502) vs 136 (Xeon 6511P) — the Xeon 6511P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7502) and C741 (Xeon 6511P).
| Feature | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 136+6% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon 6511P targets Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 7502 rivals Xeon Gold 6338; Xeon 6511P rivals EPYC 9684X.
| Feature | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7502 launched at $2600 MSRP, while the Xeon 6511P debuted at $815. At current prices ($1299 vs $815), the Xeon 6511P is $484 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7502 delivers 40.1 pts/$ vs 62.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6511P — making the Xeon 6511P the 44.3% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7502 | Xeon 6511P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2600 | $815-69% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1299 | $815-37% |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.1 | 62.9+57% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2025 |
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