EPYC 9354P
VS
EPYC 7C13

EPYC 9354P vs EPYC 7C13

AMD

EPYC 9354P

32 Cores64 Thrd280 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2022
VS
AMD

EPYC 7C13

64 Cores128 Thrd225 WWMax: 3.68 GHz2021

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9354P

#307
Xeon W-3323
MSRP: $949|Avg: $500
107%
#308
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
MSRP: $1149|Avg: $100
106%
#309
Xeon W-2255
MSRP: $778|Avg: $350
106%
#310
Xeon Silver 4316
MSRP: $1126|Avg: $1200
106%
#311
Xeon w7-3545
MSRP: $2039|Avg: $2039
105%
#312
EPYC 7643P
MSRP: $2722|Avg: $2722
104%
#313
Xeon w5-3435X
MSRP: $1589|Avg: $163
104%
#314
Xeon Gold 6312U
MSRP: $1645|Avg: N/A
103%
#315
EPYC 7443
MSRP: $2010|Avg: $1800
103%
#316
Xeon Gold 6416H
MSRP: $1845|Avg: N/A
103%
#318
EPYC 7343
MSRP: $1565|Avg: $1350
102%
#319
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $225
101%
#320
EPYC 7413
MSRP: $1825|Avg: $450
101%
#321
Xeon W-3335
MSRP: $1430|Avg: $1200
100%
#322
EPYC 9354P
MSRP: $2730|Avg: $2205
100%
#323
EPYC 9224
MSRP: $1825|Avg: $1199
97%
#324
Xeon Gold 6423N
MSRP: $2161|Avg: $2161
97%
#325
Xeon w7-3565X
MSRP: $2689|Avg: $2850
96%
#326
Xeon W-1290TE
MSRP: $552|Avg: $552
96%
#328
Xeon w7-2495X
MSRP: $2189|Avg: $2900
95%
#329
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX
MSRP: $4099|Avg: $4182
95%
#331
EPYC 7402
MSRP: $1783|Avg: $2285
94%
#332
Xeon W-2235
MSRP: $555|Avg: $350
94%
#333
Xeon Gold 5317
MSRP: $1088|Avg: $1100
92%
#334
Xeon W-2275
MSRP: $1112|Avg: $500
92%
#335
Xeon Gold 6430
MSRP: $2128|Avg: $1850
91%
#336
Xeon Gold 6421N
MSRP: $2368|Avg: $2427
91%
#337
EPYC 7F72
MSRP: $2131|Avg: $2131
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7C13

#251
Xeon W-1390P
MSRP: $594|Avg: $450
110%
#253
Xeon W-2150B
MSRP: $499|Avg: $400
108%
#255
Xeon 6517P
MSRP: $1195|Avg: $1195
107%
#257
Xeon W-1290
MSRP: $498|Avg: $300
106%
#258
EPYC 9124
MSRP: $1083|Avg: $1083
106%
#260
EPYC 4584PX
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $1517
104%
#261
Xeon w3-2435
MSRP: $669|Avg: $790
104%
#263
Xeon 6710E
MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344
103%
#264
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $180
102%
#266
EPYC 7C13
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000
100%
#267
Xeon Gold 6336Y
MSRP: $3245|Avg: N/A
99%
#268
Xeon w5-2565X
MSRP: $1389|Avg: $1389
99%
#269
Xeon Silver 4416+
MSRP: $1186|Avg: $1176
97%
#270
Xeon E-2176G
MSRP: $367|Avg: $405
97%
#271
EPYC 7401
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $450
97%
#274
EPYC 7313
MSRP: $1083|Avg: $764
94%
#275
Xeon w5-2455X
MSRP: $1039|Avg: $1049
94%
#276
Xeon w3-2425
MSRP: $529|Avg: $529
93%
#278
Xeon Gold 5416S
MSRP: $1445|Avg: N/A
92%
#279
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
MSRP: $1149|Avg: $1130
91%
#281
EPYC 7402P
MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The EPYC 9354P leads in gaming performance. However, the EPYC 7C13 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 2.1% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($2,205)
More affordable ($2,000)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)
✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: The EPYC 7C13 leads not only in performance but also in value. It is effectively 9% cheaper ($2,000 vs $2,205) while identifying as the stronger performer.
InsightEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+13%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($2,205)
More affordable ($2,000)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 9354P and EPYC 7C13

AMD

EPYC 9354P

The EPYC 9354P 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: 74,808 points. Launch price was $2,730.

AMD

EPYC 7C13

The EPYC 7C13 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2021-03-01. It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.68 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 76,363 points. Launch price was $5,000.

Processing Power

The EPYC 9354P packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 7C13 offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the EPYC 7C13 has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 9354P versus 3.68 GHz on the EPYC 7C13 — a 3.2% clock advantage for the EPYC 9354P (base: 3.25 GHz vs 2 GHz). The EPYC 9354P uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the EPYC 7C13 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9354P scores 74,808 against the EPYC 7C13's 76,363 — a 2.1% lead for the EPYC 7C13. Both processors carry 256 MB (total) of L3 cache.

FeatureEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
Cores / Threads
32 / 64
64 / 128+100%
Boost Clock
3.8 GHz+3%
3.68 GHz
Base Clock
3.25 GHz+63%
2 GHz
L3 Cache
256 MB (total)
256 MB (total)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)+100%
512 kB (per core)
Process
5 nm, 6 nm-29%
7 nm
Architecture
Genoa (2022−2023)
Milan (2021−2023)
PassMark
74,808
76,363+2%
Geekbench 6 Single
1,538
Geekbench 6 Multi
37,000
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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9354P uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7C13 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9354P versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7C13 — the EPYC 9354P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9354P supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 GB 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9354P) vs 8 (EPYC 7C13). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9354P) and SP3 (EPYC 7C13).

FeatureEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
Socket
SP5
SP3
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
4800+119900%
DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity
6144
4096 GB+69904967%
RAM Channels
12+50%
8
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
128
128
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC 9354P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9354P) vs AMD-V (EPYC 7C13). Primary use case: EPYC 7C13 targets Enterprise Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9354P rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; EPYC 7C13 rivals Xeon Platinum 8380.

FeatureEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
Integrated GPU
No
No
IGPU Model
None
None
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP
AMD-V
Target Use
Enterprise Server
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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9354P launched at $2730 MSRP, while the EPYC 7C13 debuted at $2000. At current prices ($2205 vs $2000), the EPYC 7C13 is $205 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9354P delivers 33.9 pts/$ vs 38.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 7C13 — making the EPYC 7C13 the 11.8% better value option.

FeatureEPYC 9354PEPYC 7C13
MSRP
$2730
$2000-27%
Avg Price (30d)
$2205
$2000-9%
Performance per Dollar
33.9
38.2+13%
Release Date
2022
2021