EPYC 7662 vs Xeon Platinum 8461V
EPYC 7662
Xeon Platinum 8461V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7662
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8461V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,266) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,491) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+242%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,266) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,491) |
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 7662 and Xeon Platinum 8461V
EPYC 7662
The EPYC 7662 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2020-02-19. It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 32 MB. Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 72,298 points. Launch price was $6,700.
Xeon Platinum 8461V
The Xeon Platinum 8461V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 74,982 points. Launch price was $4,491.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7662 packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8461V offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the EPYC 7662 has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the EPYC 7662 versus 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8461V — a 11.4% clock advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8461V (base: 2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 7662 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8461V uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7662 scores 72,298 against the Xeon Platinum 8461V's 74,982 — a 3.6% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8461V. L3 cache: 256 MB on the EPYC 7662 vs 97.5 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8461V.
| Feature | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+33% | 48 / 96 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.7 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB+163% | 97.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+1500% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 72,298 | 74,982+4% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7662 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8461V uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7662 versus 4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8461V — the Xeon Platinum 8461V supports 40% 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 7662) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8461V) — the EPYC 7662 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7662) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8461V).
| Feature | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 4800+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Platinum 8461V supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 7662 rivals Xeon Platinum 8280; Xeon Platinum 8461V rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7662 launched at $6150 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8461V debuted at $4491. At current prices ($1266 vs $4491), the EPYC 7662 is $3225 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7662 delivers 57.1 pts/$ vs 16.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8461V — making the EPYC 7662 the 109.5% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7662 | Xeon Platinum 8461V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6150 | $4491-27% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1266-72% | $4491 |
| Performance per Dollar | 57.1+242% | 16.7 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2023 |
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