EPYC 9115 vs Core Ultra 7 265HX
EPYC 9115
Core Ultra 7 265HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9115
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 265HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($726) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+63%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($726) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
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 9115 and Core Ultra 7 265HX
EPYC 9115
The EPYC 9115 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 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: 48,343 points. Launch price was $726.
Core Ultra 7 265HX
The Core Ultra 7 265HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 48,975 points. Launch price was $500.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9115 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265HX offers 20 cores / 20 threads — the Core Ultra 7 265HX has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9115 versus 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265HX — a 25.5% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265HX (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The EPYC 9115 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 265HX uses Arrow Lake-HX (2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9115 scores 48,343 against the Core Ultra 7 265HX's 48,975 — a 1.3% lead for the Core Ultra 7 265HX. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9115 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 265HX.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 20 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 5.3 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+113% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 4 nm | 3 nm-25% |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Arrow Lake-HX (2025) |
| PassMark | 48,343 | 48,975+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,990 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,417 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9115 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 7 265HX uses FCBGA2114 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9115 versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 7 265HX — the EPYC 9115 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9115 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9115) vs 2 (Core Ultra 7 265HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9115) vs 20 (Core Ultra 7 265HX) — the EPYC 9115 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9115) and WM880,HM870 (Core Ultra 7 265HX).
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | FCBGA2114 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 192 GB+3276700% |
| RAM Channels | 12+500% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+540% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 7 265HX 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 9115) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 7 265HX). The Core Ultra 7 265HX includes integrated graphics (Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU), while the EPYC 9115 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 9115 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9115 launched at $726 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 265HX debuted at $450.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Core Ultra 7 265HX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $726 | $450-38% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $726 | — |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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