
EPYC 7702P vs EPYC 4565P

EPYC 7702P

EPYC 4565P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7702P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4565P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,425) | ✅ More affordable ($1,980) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+125%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,425) | ✅ More affordable ($1,980) |
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 7702P and EPYC 4565P

EPYC 7702P
The EPYC 7702P 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 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 63,692 points. Launch price was $4,425.

EPYC 4565P
The EPYC 4565P 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 64,068 points. Launch price was $589.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7702P packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the EPYC 4565P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7702P has 48 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7702P versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4565P — a 51.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4565P (base: 2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The EPYC 7702P uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the EPYC 4565P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7702P scores 63,692 against the EPYC 4565P's 64,068 — a 0.6% lead for the EPYC 4565P. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7702P vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4565P.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+300% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.35 GHz | 5.7 GHz+70% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 4.3 GHz+115% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+300% | 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 | 63,692 | 64,068 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7702P uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4565P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7702P versus 5600 on the EPYC 4565P — the EPYC 4565P supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7702P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7702P) vs 2 (EPYC 4565P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7702P) vs 28 (EPYC 4565P) — the EPYC 7702P offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7702P) and AM5 (EPYC 4565P).
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 5600+75% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+2033% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4565P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4565P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7702P) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4565P). The EPYC 4565P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7702P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7702P rivals Xeon Platinum 8380; EPYC 4565P rivals Core Ultra 9 285K.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7702P launched at $4425 MSRP, while the EPYC 4565P debuted at $2730.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | EPYC 4565P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4425 | $2730-38% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $1980 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2025 |
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