EPYC 9334 vs Xeon Platinum 8571N
EPYC 9334
Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9334
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,810) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+352%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,810) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
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 9334 and Xeon Platinum 8571N
EPYC 9334
The EPYC 9334 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 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): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 65,568 points. Launch price was $2,990.
Xeon Platinum 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). 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 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9334 packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N offers 52 cores / 104 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the EPYC 9334 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8571N (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The EPYC 9334 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9334 scores 65,568 against the Xeon Platinum 8571N's 68,385 — a 4.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8571N. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 9334 vs 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N.
| Feature | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 52 / 104+63% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+13% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 300 MB (total)+134% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 65,568 | 68,385+4% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,961 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 60,000 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9334 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9334 versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8571N — the EPYC 9334 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9334 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9334) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8571N). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9334) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) — the EPYC 9334 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9334) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N).
| Feature | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 4096 GB+69904967% |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9334 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Cloud Server |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9334 launched at $2990 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N debuted at $599. At current prices ($1810 vs $418), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $1392 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9334 delivers 36.2 pts/$ vs 163.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8571N — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 127.5% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9334 | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2990 | $599-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1810 | $418-77% |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.2 | 163.6+352% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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