EPYC 8224P vs Xeon w5-3525
EPYC 8224P
Xeon w5-3525
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8224P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3525
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,392) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,392) |
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 w5-3525
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 w5-3525
The Xeon w5-3525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 45,311 points. Launch price was $1,339.
Processing Power
The EPYC 8224P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon w5-3525 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 8224P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the EPYC 8224P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3525 — a 46.2% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3525 (base: 2.55 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The EPYC 8224P uses the Siena (2023−2024) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 8224P scores 45,421 against the Xeon w5-3525's 45,311 — a 0.2% lead for the EPYC 8224P. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8224P vs 45 MB on the Xeon w5-3525.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.8 GHz+60% |
| Base Clock | 2.55 GHz | 3.2 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+42% | 45 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Siena (2023−2024) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 45,421 | 45,311 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 8224P uses the SP6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. The Xeon w5-3525 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 1152 — 112.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (EPYC 8224P) vs 8 (Xeon w5-3525). PCIe lanes: 96 (EPYC 8224P) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3525) — the Xeon w5-3525 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP6 (EPYC 8224P) and W790 (Xeon w5-3525).
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP6 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1152 | 4096+256% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 96 | 112+17% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-3525 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 w5-3525). Direct competitor: EPYC 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y; Xeon w5-3525 rivals Threadripper PRO 7955WX.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | 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 w5-3525 debuted at $1339. At current prices ($1048 vs $1392), the EPYC 8224P is $344 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 8224P delivers 43.3 pts/$ vs 32.6 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-3525 — making the EPYC 8224P the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 8224P | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $855-36% | $1339 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1048-25% | $1392 |
| Performance per Dollar | 43.3+33% | 32.6 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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