EPYC 9224 vs Xeon W-3345
EPYC 9224
Xeon W-3345
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9224
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3345
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9224 | Xeon W-3345 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,319) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-W (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9224 | Xeon W-3345 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+179%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,319) |
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 9224 and Xeon W-3345
EPYC 9224
The EPYC 9224 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 48,573 points. Launch price was $1,825.
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.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 9224 and Xeon W-3345 share an identical 24-core/48-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 9224 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3345 — a 7.8% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3345 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The EPYC 9224 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon W-3345 uses Ice Lake-W (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9224 scores 48,573 against the Xeon W-3345's 48,140 — a 0.9% lead for the EPYC 9224. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9224 vs 36 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3345.
| Feature | EPYC 9224 | Xeon W-3345 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+78% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Ice Lake-W (2021) |
| PassMark | 48,573 | 48,140 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9224 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 9224 versus 3200 on the Xeon W-3345 — the EPYC 9224 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9224 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9224) vs 8 (Xeon W-3345). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9224) and SP3,C621A (Xeon W-3345).
| Feature | EPYC 9224 | 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 | ✅ | ✅ |
| 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 9224) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-3345). Direct competitor: EPYC 9224 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; Xeon W-3345 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 9224 | 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 |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9224 launched at $1825 MSRP, while the Xeon W-3345 debuted at $2499. At current prices ($1199 vs $3319), the EPYC 9224 is $2120 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9224 delivers 40.5 pts/$ vs 14.5 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3345 — making the EPYC 9224 the 94.5% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9224 | Xeon W-3345 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1825-27% | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1199-64% | $3319 |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.5+179% | 14.5 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2021 |
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