EPYC 8224P vs Core i7-13700KF
EPYC 8224P
Core i7-13700KF
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8224P
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700KF
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+201%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
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 8224P and Core i7-13700KF
EPYC 8224P
The EPYC 8224P 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.55 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): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,421 points. Launch price was $855.
Core i7-13700KF
The Core i7-13700KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 W, 253 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 45,730 points. Launch price was $384.
Processing Power
The EPYC 8224P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Core i7-13700KF offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 8224P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the EPYC 8224P versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700KF — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700KF (base: 2.55 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The EPYC 8224P uses the Siena (2023−2024) architecture (5 nm), while the Core i7-13700KF uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 8224P scores 45,421 against the Core i7-13700KF's 45,730 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-13700KF. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8224P vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700KF.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 5.4 GHz+80% |
| Base Clock | 2.55 GHz | 3.4 GHz+33% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+113% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Siena (2023−2024) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 45,421 | 45,730 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 30,766 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,962 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,708 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 8224P uses the SP6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-13700KF uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 8224P versus 5600 on the Core i7-13700KF — the Core i7-13700KF supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8224P supports up to 1152 of RAM compared to 192 — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (EPYC 8224P) vs 2 (Core i7-13700KF). PCIe lanes: 96 (EPYC 8224P) vs 20 (Core i7-13700KF) — the EPYC 8224P offers 76 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP6 (EPYC 8224P) and Z790,B760 (Core i7-13700KF).
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP6 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 5600+17% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1152+500% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 96+380% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-13700KF has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 8224P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 8224P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700KF). Direct competitor: EPYC 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y; Core i7-13700KF rivals Ryzen 7 7700X.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 8224P launched at $855 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700KF debuted at $384. At current prices ($1048 vs $350), the Core i7-13700KF is $698 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 8224P delivers 43.3 pts/$ vs 130.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700KF — making the Core i7-13700KF the 100.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Core i7-13700KF |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $855 | $384-55% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1048 | $350-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 43.3 | 130.7+202% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2022 |
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