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EPYC 9254
Xeon w9-3475X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9254
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3475X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,099) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,930) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+254%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,099) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,930) |
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 9254 and Xeon w9-3475X
EPYC 9254
The EPYC 9254 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.15 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 64,344 points. Launch price was $2,299.
Xeon w9-3475X
The Xeon w9-3475X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 82.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 65,077 points. Launch price was $3,739.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9254 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon w9-3475X offers 36 cores / 72 threads — the Xeon w9-3475X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.15 GHz on the EPYC 9254 versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3475X — a 14.5% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3475X (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 9254 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon w9-3475X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9254 scores 64,344 against the Xeon w9-3475X's 65,077 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon w9-3475X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,233 vs 1,814, a 20.7% lead for the EPYC 9254 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,023 vs 44,869 (85.4% advantage for the Xeon w9-3475X). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 9254 vs 82.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3475X.
| Feature | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 36 / 72+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.15 GHz | 4.8 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+32% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+55% | 82.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 64,344 | 65,077+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,233+23% | 1,814 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,023 | 44,869+149% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9254 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w9-3475X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The EPYC 9254 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 4096 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9254) vs 8 (Xeon w9-3475X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9254) vs 112 (Xeon w9-3475X) — the EPYC 9254 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9254) and W790 (Xeon w9-3475X).
| Feature | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 GB+50% | 4096 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+14% | 112 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3475X 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: AMD-V (EPYC 9254) vs true (Xeon w9-3475X). Primary use case: EPYC 9254 targets Enterprise Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9254 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; Xeon w9-3475X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Enterprise Server | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9254 launched at $3761 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3475X debuted at $3739. At current prices ($1099 vs $3930), the EPYC 9254 is $2831 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9254 delivers 58.5 pts/$ vs 16.6 pts/$ for the Xeon w9-3475X — making the EPYC 9254 the 111.8% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9254 | Xeon w9-3475X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3761 | $3739 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1099-72% | $3930 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.5+252% | 16.6 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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