EPYC 9124 vs Ryzen 9 7845HX
EPYC 9124
Ryzen 9 7845HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9124
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7845HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9124 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,083) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) / CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9124 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,083) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Ryzen 9 7845HX
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.
Ryzen 9 7845HX
The Ryzen 9 7845HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 44,940 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9124 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7845HX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the EPYC 9124 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 9124 versus 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7845HX — a 33.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7845HX (base: 3 GHz vs 3 GHz). The EPYC 9124 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7845HX uses Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) (CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9124 scores 43,638 against the Ryzen 9 7845HX's 44,940 — a 2.9% lead for the Ryzen 9 7845HX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,770 vs 2,697, a 41.5% lead for the Ryzen 9 7845HX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,000 vs 15,039 (17.9% advantage for the EPYC 9124). Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+33% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.2 GHz+41% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm | CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 43,638 | 44,940+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 26,654 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,770 | 2,697+52% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,000+20% | 15,039 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9124 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 7845HX uses FL1 (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 64 GB — 195.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9124) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 7845HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9124) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7845HX) — the EPYC 9124 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9124) and FL1 (Ryzen 9 7845HX).
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 GB+9500% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+500% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 7845HX 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. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 9 7845HX includes integrated graphics (Radeon 610M), while the EPYC 9124 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 9124 targets Server, Ryzen 9 7845HX targets High-end Gaming / Content Creation. Direct competitor: EPYC 9124 rivals Xeon Gold 6426Y; Ryzen 9 7845HX rivals Core i9-13900HX.
| Feature | EPYC 9124 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server | High-end Gaming / Content Creation |
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