EPYC 8124P vs Core Ultra 9 285T
EPYC 8124P
Core Ultra 9 285T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8124P
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($639) | ✅ More affordable ($549) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+19%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($639) | ✅ More affordable ($549) |
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 8124P and Core Ultra 9 285T
EPYC 8124P
The EPYC 8124P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.45 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 36,079 points. Launch price was $639.
Core Ultra 9 285T
The Core Ultra 9 285T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 36,916 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The EPYC 8124P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 285T offers 24 cores / 24 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285T has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the EPYC 8124P versus 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285T — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285T (base: 2.45 GHz vs 1.4 GHz). The EPYC 8124P uses the Siena (2023−2024) architecture (5 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 285T uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 8124P scores 36,079 against the Core Ultra 9 285T's 36,916 — a 2.3% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285T. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8124P vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285T.
| Feature | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 24+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 5.4 GHz+80% |
| Base Clock | 2.45 GHz+75% | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+78% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 5 nm | 3 nm-40% |
| Architecture | Siena (2023−2024) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 36,079 | 36,916+2% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 8124P uses the SP6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 9 285T uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 8124P versus 6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285T — the Core Ultra 9 285T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8124P supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 256 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (EPYC 8124P) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285T). PCIe lanes: 96 (EPYC 8124P) vs 20 (Core Ultra 9 285T) — the EPYC 8124P offers 76 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP6 (EPYC 8124P) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 9 285T).
| Feature | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP6 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 6400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048+700% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 96+380% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC 8124P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 8124P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 9 285T). The Core Ultra 9 285T includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the EPYC 8124P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 8124P rivals Xeon Gold 6426Y; Core Ultra 9 285T rivals Ryzen 9 7900.
| Feature | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, IOMMU | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 8124P launched at $639 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 285T debuted at $549. At current prices ($639 vs $549), the Core Ultra 9 285T is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 8124P delivers 56.5 pts/$ vs 67.2 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 285T — making the Core Ultra 9 285T the 17.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 8124P | Core Ultra 9 285T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $639 | $549-14% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $639 | $549-14% |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.5 | 67.2+19% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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