EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3175X
EPYC 9184X
Xeon W-3175X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9184X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,750) | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa-X (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+21%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,750) | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) |
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 W-3175X
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 W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9184X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon W-3175X offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the EPYC 9184X versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X — a 10% clock advantage for the EPYC 9184X (base: 3.55 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 9184X uses the Genoa-X (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon W-3175X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9184X scores 47,665 against the Xeon W-3175X's 46,125 — a 3.3% lead for the EPYC 9184X. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 9184X vs 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 28 / 56+75% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+11% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.55 GHz+15% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 768 MB (total)+1895% | 38.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-64% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa-X (2023) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 47,665+3% | 46,125 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,350 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,467 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,358 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9184X uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W-3175X uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9184X versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X — the EPYC 9184X supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9184X supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9184X) vs 6 (Xeon W-3175X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9184X) vs 48 (Xeon W-3175X) — the EPYC 9184X offers 80 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9184X) and Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X).
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+119900% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 512 GB+8738033% |
| RAM Channels | 12+100% | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+167% | 48 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon W-3175X 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, AMD-V (EPYC 9184X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-3175X). Direct competitor: EPYC 9184X rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| 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 W-3175X debuted at $2999. At current prices ($3750 vs $2999), the Xeon W-3175X is $751 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9184X delivers 12.7 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3175X — making the Xeon W-3175X the 19% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9184X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4928 | $2999-39% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3750 | $2999-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.7 | 15.4+21% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2018 |
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