EPYC 9184X vs EPYC Embedded 8224P
EPYC 9184X
EPYC Embedded 8224P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9184X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC Embedded 8224P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,750) | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa-X (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+267%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,750) | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) |
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 9184X and EPYC Embedded 8224P
EPYC 9184X
The EPYC 9184X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Genoa-X (2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.55 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 47,665 points. Launch price was $4,928.
EPYC Embedded 8224P
The EPYC Embedded 8224P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.55 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 48,869 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9184X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC Embedded 8224P offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC Embedded 8224P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the EPYC 9184X versus 3 GHz on the EPYC Embedded 8224P — a 33.3% clock advantage for the EPYC 9184X (base: 3.55 GHz vs 2.55 GHz). The EPYC 9184X uses the Genoa-X (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC Embedded 8224P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9184X scores 47,665 against the EPYC Embedded 8224P's 48,869 — a 2.5% lead for the EPYC Embedded 8224P. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 9184X vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC Embedded 8224P.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+40% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.55 GHz+39% | 2.55 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 768 MB (total)+1100% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa-X (2023) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 47,665 | 48,869+3% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9184X uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC Embedded 8224P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. The EPYC 9184X supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 1152 — 136.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9184X) vs 6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9184X) vs 96 (EPYC Embedded 8224P) — the EPYC 9184X offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9184X) and SP6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P).
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+433% | 1152 |
| RAM Channels | 12+100% | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+33% | 96 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 9184X rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; EPYC Embedded 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9184X launched at $4928 MSRP, while the EPYC Embedded 8224P debuted at $855. At current prices ($3750 vs $1048), the EPYC Embedded 8224P is $2702 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9184X delivers 12.7 pts/$ vs 46.6 pts/$ for the EPYC Embedded 8224P — making the EPYC Embedded 8224P the 114.3% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4928 | $855-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3750 | $1048-72% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.7 | 46.6+267% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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