EPYC 9354 vs EPYC 9384X
EPYC 9354
EPYC 9384X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9354
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9384X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,498) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,157) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa-X (2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+70%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,498) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,157) |
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 9354 and EPYC 9384X
EPYC 9354
The EPYC 9354 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 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 73,892 points. Launch price was $3,420.
EPYC 9384X
The EPYC 9384X 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 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: 72,121 points. Launch price was $5,529.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 9354 and EPYC 9384X share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 9354 versus 3.9 GHz on the EPYC 9384X — a 2.6% clock advantage for the EPYC 9384X (base: 3.25 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 9354 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the EPYC 9384X uses Genoa-X (2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9354 scores 73,892 against the EPYC 9384X's 72,121 — a 2.4% lead for the EPYC 9354. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9354 vs 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 9384X.
| Feature | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.9 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.25 GHz+5% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total) | 768 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Genoa-X (2023) |
| PassMark | 73,892+2% | 72,121 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the SP5 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. Both support up to 6144 of RAM. Both feature 12-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9354) and SP5 (EPYC 9384X).
| Feature | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 12 | 12 |
| 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. Both support VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 9354 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; EPYC 9384X rivals Xeon Platinum 8468.
| Feature | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9354 launched at $3420 MSRP, while the EPYC 9384X debuted at $5529. At current prices ($2498 vs $4157), the EPYC 9354 is $1659 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9354 delivers 29.6 pts/$ vs 17.3 pts/$ for the EPYC 9384X — making the EPYC 9354 the 52.1% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9354 | EPYC 9384X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3420-38% | $5529 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2498-40% | $4157 |
| Performance per Dollar | 29.6+71% | 17.3 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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