EPYC 9184X vs Xeon Platinum 8368Q
EPYC 9184X
Xeon Platinum 8368Q
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9184X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8368Q
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3,750) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,719) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa-X (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+110%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3,750) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,719) |
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 Xeon Platinum 8368Q
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.
Xeon Platinum 8368Q
The Xeon Platinum 8368Q is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 38 cores and 76 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 57 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,681 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9184X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8368Q offers 38 cores / 76 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8368Q has 22 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the EPYC 9184X versus 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q — a 12.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 9184X (base: 3.55 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The EPYC 9184X uses the Genoa-X (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8368Q uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9184X scores 47,665 against the Xeon Platinum 8368Q's 46,681 — a 2.1% lead for the EPYC 9184X. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 9184X vs 57 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 38 / 76+138% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+14% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.55 GHz+37% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 768 MB (total)+1247% | 57 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa-X (2023) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 47,665+2% | 46,681 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9184X uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8368Q uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9184X versus 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q — the EPYC 9184X supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9184X supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9184X) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8368Q). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9184X) and SP3,C621A (Xeon Platinum 8368Q).
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+50% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+50% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9184X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8368Q). Direct competitor: EPYC 9184X rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; Xeon Platinum 8368Q rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9184X launched at $4928 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8368Q debuted at $7719. At current prices ($3750 vs $7719), the EPYC 9184X is $3969 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9184X delivers 12.7 pts/$ vs 6.0 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8368Q — making the EPYC 9184X the 71% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon Platinum 8368Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4928-36% | $7719 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3750-51% | $7719 |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.7+112% | 6.0 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2021 |
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