EPYC 9174F vs Ryzen 9 8945HX
EPYC 9174F
Ryzen 9 8945HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9174F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 8945HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9174F | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9174F | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ 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 9174F and Ryzen 9 8945HX
EPYC 9174F
The EPYC 9174F 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 4.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 52,249 points. Launch price was $3,850.
Ryzen 9 8945HX
The Ryzen 9 8945HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2025-04-01. It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 53,211 points. Launch price was $700.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 9174F and Ryzen 9 8945HX share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the EPYC 9174F versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 8945HX — a 20.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 8945HX (base: 4.1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 9174F uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen 9 8945HX uses Dragon Range (2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9174F scores 52,249 against the Ryzen 9 8945HX's 53,211 — a 1.8% lead for the Ryzen 9 8945HX. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9174F vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 8945HX.
| Feature | EPYC 9174F | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 5.4 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 4.1 GHz+64% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+300% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Dragon Range (2025) |
| PassMark | 52,249 | 53,211+2% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9174F uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 8945HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9174F versus 5600 on the Ryzen 9 8945HX — the Ryzen 9 8945HX supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9174F supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 96 — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9174F) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 8945HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9174F) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 8945HX) — the EPYC 9174F offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9174F) and FL1 (Ryzen 9 8945HX).
| Feature | EPYC 9174F | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 5600+17% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+6300% | 96 |
| RAM Channels | 12+500% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 8945HX 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 (EPYC 9174F) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 9 8945HX). The Ryzen 9 8945HX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 610M), while the EPYC 9174F requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 9174F rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; Ryzen 9 8945HX rivals Core Ultra 9 275HX.
| Feature | EPYC 9174F | Ryzen 9 8945HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
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