EPYC 8224P vs Xeon W-3175X
EPYC 8224P
Xeon W-3175X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8224P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+182%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
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 Xeon W-3175X
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.
Xeon W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Processing Power
The EPYC 8224P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon W-3175X offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the EPYC 8224P versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3175X (base: 2.55 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 8224P uses the Siena (2023−2024) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon W-3175X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 8224P scores 45,421 against the Xeon W-3175X's 46,125 — a 1.5% lead for the Xeon W-3175X. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8224P vs 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 28 / 56+17% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.55 GHz | 3.1 GHz+22% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+66% | 38.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-64% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Siena (2023−2024) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 45,421 | 46,125+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,350 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,467 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,358 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 8224P uses the SP6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon W-3175X uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 8224P versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X — the EPYC 8224P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8224P supports up to 1152 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 76.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 6-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 96 (EPYC 8224P) vs 48 (Xeon W-3175X) — the EPYC 8224P offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP6 (EPYC 8224P) and Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X).
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP6 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+119900% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1152 | 512 GB+46603278% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 96+100% | 48 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon W-3175X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 8224P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-3175X). Direct competitor: EPYC 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 8224P launched at $855 MSRP, while the Xeon W-3175X debuted at $2999. At current prices ($1048 vs $2999), the EPYC 8224P is $1951 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 8224P delivers 43.3 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3175X — making the EPYC 8224P the 95.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $855-71% | $2999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1048-65% | $2999 |
| Performance per Dollar | 43.3+181% | 15.4 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2018 |
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