EPYC 7F72 vs EPYC 4545P
EPYC 7F72
EPYC 4545P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7F72
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4545P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,131) | ✅ More affordable ($595) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+268%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,131) | ✅ More affordable ($595) |
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 7F72 and EPYC 4545P
EPYC 7F72
The EPYC 7F72 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 192 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 52,840 points. Launch price was $2,450.
EPYC 4545P
The EPYC 4545P 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 3 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: 54,255 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The EPYC 7F72 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4545P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7F72 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7F72 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P — a 37.4% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The EPYC 7F72 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the EPYC 4545P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7F72 scores 52,840 against the EPYC 4545P's 54,255 — a 2.6% lead for the EPYC 4545P. L3 cache: 192 MB (total) on the EPYC 7F72 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P.
| Feature | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz+46% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 192 MB (total)+200% | 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 | 52,840 | 54,255+3% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 7F72 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4545P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7F72 versus 5600 on the EPYC 4545P — the EPYC 4545P supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7F72 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7F72) vs 2 (EPYC 4545P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7F72) vs 28 (EPYC 4545P) — the EPYC 7F72 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7F72) and AM5 (EPYC 4545P).
| Feature | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3 | 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 4545P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4545P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7F72) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7F72 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7F72 rivals Xeon Platinum 8260; EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7F72 launched at $2131 MSRP, while the EPYC 4545P debuted at $549. At current prices ($2131 vs $595), the EPYC 4545P is $1536 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7F72 delivers 24.8 pts/$ vs 91.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 4545P — making the EPYC 4545P the 114.5% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 7F72 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2131 | $549-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2131 | $595-72% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.8 | 91.2+268% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2025 |
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