EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3345

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EPYC 9184X

16 Cores32 Thrd320 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2023

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Xeon W-3345

24 Cores48 Thrd250 WWMax: 4 GHz2021

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EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3345 Performance Spectrum

EPYC 9184X

16 / 32

47,665

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX

Xeon W-3345

24 / 48

48,140

+1.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3345 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3345: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

EPYC 9184X

2023

Why buy it

✅Massive L3 cache advantage with 768 MB vs 36 MB, which is a real win in CPU-limited gaming.
✅Newer platform on SP5 with DDR5 support instead of LGA4189 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (47,665 vs 48,140).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 9.7 vs 19.3 PassMark/$ ($4,928 MSRP vs $2,499 MSRP).
❌28% higher power demand at 320W vs 250W.

Xeon W-3345

2021

Why buy it

✅+1% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $2,429 less on MSRP ($2,499 MSRP vs $4,928 MSRP).
✅Delivers 99.2% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 19.3 vs 9.7 PassMark/$ ($2,499 MSRP vs $4,928 MSRP).
✅Draws 250W instead of 320W, a 70W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌No 3D V-Cache or similar L3 advantage, which matters in CPU-limited gaming (36 MB vs 768 MB).
❌Older platform position on LGA4189 with DDR4, while EPYC 9184X moves to SP5 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon W-3345 better than EPYC 9184X?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, EPYC 9184X is ahead with a 2.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Xeon W-3345 pulls ahead with 1% better PassMark. EPYC 9184X also has the bigger cache pool with 2033.3% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 36 MB).

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon W-3345 is the stronger fit. You are getting 1% better PassMark, backed by 24 cores and 48 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Xeon W-3345 is the better buy right now. Xeon W-3345 comes in $2,429 cheaper on MSRP at $2,499 MSRP versus $4,928 MSRP, and it still gives you 1% better PassMark. The compromise is that EPYC 9184X is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 2.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 99.2% better value on MSRP (19.3 vs 9.7 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 9184X makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2021), a healthier platform with SP5 and DDR5 instead of LGA4189, and 3D V-Cache and a much larger 768 MB L3 cache instead of 36 MB. That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

EPYC 9184X vs Xeon W-3345 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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-3345

The Xeon W-3345 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,140 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 9184X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon W-3345 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon W-3345 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the EPYC 9184X versus 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3345 — a 4.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 9184X (base: 3.55 GHz vs 3 GHz). The EPYC 9184X uses the Genoa-X (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon W-3345 uses Ice Lake-W (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9184X scores 47,665 against the Xeon W-3345's 48,140 — a 1% lead for the Xeon W-3345. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 9184X vs 36 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3345.

Feature	EPYC 9184X	Xeon W-3345
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	24 / 48+50%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+5%	4 GHz
Base Clock	3.55 GHz+18%	3 GHz
L3 Cache	768 MB (total)+2033%	36 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	1 MB (per core)
Process	5 nm-50%	10 nm
Architecture	Genoa-X (2023)	Ice Lake-W (2021)
PassMark	47,665	48,140

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9184X uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W-3345 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 W-3345 — the EPYC 9184X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9184X supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 50% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9184X) vs 8 (Xeon W-3345). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9184X) and SP3,C621A (Xeon W-3345).

Feature	EPYC 9184X	Xeon W-3345
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	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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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 W-3345). Direct competitor: EPYC 9184X rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; Xeon W-3345 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.

Feature	EPYC 9184X	Xeon W-3345
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

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Value Analysis

At launch, the EPYC 9184X was priced at $4928, while the Xeon W-3345 came in at $2499. On launch pricing ($4928 vs $2499), Xeon W-3345 was $2429 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9184X delivers 9.7 pts/$ vs 19.3 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3345 — making the Xeon W-3345 the 66.3% better value option.

Feature	EPYC 9184X	Xeon W-3345
MSRP	$4928	$2499-49%
Performance per Dollar	9.7	19.3+99%
Release Date	2023	2021

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