EPYC 7552 vs Core Ultra 9 285
EPYC 7552
Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7552
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7552 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,650) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7552 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+200%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,650) | ✅ 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 7552 and Core Ultra 9 285
EPYC 7552
The EPYC 7552 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 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 192 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 57,414 points. Launch price was $4,025.
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 7552 packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 285 offers 24 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 7552 has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the EPYC 7552 versus 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 — a 50% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 7552 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7552 scores 57,414 against the Core Ultra 9 285's 57,442 — a 0% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. L3 cache: 192 MB (total) on the EPYC 7552 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285.
| Feature | EPYC 7552 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96+100% | 24 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 5.5 GHz+67% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 192 MB (total)+433% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+500% |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 57,414 | 57,442 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7552 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 7552 versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285 — the EPYC 7552 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7552 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7552) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7552) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) — the EPYC 7552 offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7552) and Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285).
| Feature | EPYC 7552 | 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 7552) vs Yes (Core Ultra 9 285). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the EPYC 7552 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming. Direct competitor: EPYC 7552 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 7552 | 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 7552 launched at $4025 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 285 debuted at $589. At current prices ($1650 vs $550), the Core Ultra 9 285 is $1100 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7552 delivers 34.8 pts/$ vs 104.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 285 — making the Core Ultra 9 285 the 100% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7552 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4025 | $589-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1650 | $550-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.8 | 104.4+200% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2025 |
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