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EPYC 7502P
EPYC 4465P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7502P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4465P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,299) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+219%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,299) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7502P and EPYC 4465P
EPYC 7502P
The EPYC 7502P 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: 51,206 points. Launch price was $2,300.
EPYC 4465P
The EPYC 4465P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,216 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7502P packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 4465P offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 7502P has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7502P versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4465P — a 46.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4465P (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The EPYC 7502P uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the EPYC 4465P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7502P scores 51,206 against the EPYC 4465P's 50,216 — a 2% lead for the EPYC 7502P. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 7502P vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4465P.
| Feature | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+167% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.35 GHz | 5.4 GHz+61% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.4 GHz+36% |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+100% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 51,206+2% | 50,216 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7502P uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4465P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7502P versus 5200 on the EPYC 4465P — the EPYC 4465P supports 47.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7502P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7502P) vs 2 (EPYC 4465P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7502P) vs 28 (EPYC 4465P) — the EPYC 7502P offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7502P) and AM5 (EPYC 4465P).
| Feature | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 5200+63% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+3100% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4465P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7502P) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4465P). The EPYC 4465P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7502P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7502P rivals Xeon Gold 6338; EPYC 4465P rivals Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7502P launched at $2300 MSRP, while the EPYC 4465P debuted at $399. At current prices ($1299 vs $399), the EPYC 4465P is $900 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7502P delivers 39.4 pts/$ vs 125.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 4465P — making the EPYC 4465P the 104.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7502P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2300 | $399-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1299 | $399-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.4 | 125.9+220% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2025 |
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