CPU
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EPYC 9015
Core i7-12850HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9015
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12850HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9015 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-HX (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9015 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 9015 and Core i7-12850HX
EPYC 9015
The EPYC 9015 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,505 points. Launch price was $527.
Core i7-12850HX
The Core i7-12850HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 May 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-HX (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,596 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9015 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-12850HX offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-12850HX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9015 versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-12850HX — a 15.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-12850HX (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The EPYC 9015 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i7-12850HX uses Alder Lake-HX (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9015 scores 30,505 against the Core i7-12850HX's 30,596 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-12850HX. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9015 vs 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-12850HX.
| Feature | EPYC 9015 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 24+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.8 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+71% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+156% | 25 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Alder Lake-HX (2022) |
| PassMark | 30,505 | 30,596 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 15,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,400 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9015 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-12850HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6000 memory speed. The EPYC 9015 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9015) vs 2 (Core i7-12850HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9015) vs 20 (Core i7-12850HX) — the EPYC 9015 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | EPYC 9015 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6000 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+3100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+500% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+540% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-12850HX 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: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9015) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-12850HX). The Core i7-12850HX includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the EPYC 9015 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 9015 targets Next-gen Data Center / AI Workloads, Core i7-12850HX targets Mobile Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 9015 rivals Xeon 6.
| Feature | EPYC 9015 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SEV-SNP | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Next-gen Data Center / AI Workloads | Mobile Workstation |
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