EPYC 9124 vs Core i7-13790F
EPYC 9124
Core i7-13790F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9124
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13790F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,083) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+209%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,083) | ✅ 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 9124 and Core i7-13790F
EPYC 9124
The EPYC 9124 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 43,638 points. Launch price was $1,083.
Core i7-13790F
The Core i7-13790F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 43,549 points. Launch price was $441.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9124 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, matching the Core i7-13790F's 16 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 9124 versus 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-13790F — a 33.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-13790F (base: 3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The EPYC 9124 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Core i7-13790F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9124 scores 43,638 against the Core i7-13790F's 43,549 — a 0.2% lead for the EPYC 9124. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,770 vs 2,815, a 45.6% lead for the Core i7-13790F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,000 vs 13,673 (27.3% advantage for the EPYC 9124). L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9124 vs 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-13790F.
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.2 GHz+41% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+43% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+94% | 33 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 43,638 | 43,549 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 26,247 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,770 | 2,815+59% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,000+32% | 13,673 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9124 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-13790F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The EPYC 9124 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9124) vs 2 (Core i7-13790F). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9124) vs 16 (Core i7-13790F) — the EPYC 9124 offers 112 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9124) and Z790,B760 (Core i7-13790F).
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 GB+3100% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+500% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+700% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V (EPYC 9124) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13790F). Primary use case: EPYC 9124 targets Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9124 rivals Xeon Gold 6426Y.
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9124 launched at $1083 MSRP, while the Core i7-13790F debuted at $392. At current prices ($1083 vs $350), the Core i7-13790F is $733 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9124 delivers 40.3 pts/$ vs 124.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-13790F — making the Core i7-13790F the 102.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Core i7-13790F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1083 | $392-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1083 | $350-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.3 | 124.4+209% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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