EPYC 7702P vs Xeon w9-3475X
EPYC 7702P
Xeon w9-3475X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7702P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3475X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,425) | ✅ More affordable ($3,930) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+15%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,425) | ✅ More affordable ($3,930) |
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 Xeon w9-3475X
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.
Xeon w9-3475X
The Xeon w9-3475X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 82.5 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. Passmark benchmark score: 65,077 points. Launch price was $3,739.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7702P packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Xeon w9-3475X offers 36 cores / 72 threads — the EPYC 7702P has 28 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7702P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3475X — a 35.6% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3475X (base: 2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 7702P uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the Xeon w9-3475X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7702P scores 63,692 against the Xeon w9-3475X's 65,077 — a 2.2% lead for the Xeon w9-3475X. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7702P vs 82.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3475X.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+78% | 36 / 72 |
| Boost Clock | 3.35 GHz | 4.8 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+210% | 82.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 14 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Zen 2 (2017−2020) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 63,692 | 65,077+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,814 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 44,869 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7702P uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w9-3475X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7702P versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w9-3475X — the EPYC 7702P 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 7702P) vs 112 (Xeon w9-3475X) — the EPYC 7702P offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7702P) and W790 (Xeon w9-3475X).
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+14% | 112 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3475X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w9-3475X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7702P) vs true (Xeon w9-3475X). Direct competitor: EPYC 7702P rivals Xeon Platinum 8380; Xeon w9-3475X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 7702P launched at $4425 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3475X debuted at $3739.
| Feature | EPYC 7702P | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4425 | $3739-16% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $3930 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2023 |
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