EPYC 9374F vs EPYC 7763
EPYC 9374F
EPYC 7763
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9374F
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7763
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,466) | ✅ More affordable ($1,513) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+136%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,466) | ✅ More affordable ($1,513) |
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 9374F and EPYC 7763
EPYC 9374F
The EPYC 9374F 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 3.85 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 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): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,009 points. Launch price was $4,850.
EPYC 7763
The EPYC 7763 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.45 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 84,440 points. Launch price was $7,890.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9374F packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 7763 offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the EPYC 7763 has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the EPYC 9374F versus 3.5 GHz on the EPYC 7763 — a 20.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 9374F (base: 3.85 GHz vs 2.45 GHz). The EPYC 9374F uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the EPYC 7763 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the EPYC 9374F scores 82,009 against the EPYC 7763's 84,440 — a 2.9% lead for the EPYC 7763. Both processors carry 256 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 64 / 128+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+23% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.85 GHz+57% | 2.45 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 | 82,009 | 84,440+3% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9374F uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7763 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9374F versus 3200 on the EPYC 7763 — the EPYC 9374F supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9374F supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9374F) vs 8 (EPYC 7763). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9374F) and SP3 (EPYC 7763).
| Feature | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | SP3 |
| 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. Only the EPYC 9374F supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9374F) vs VT-x, VT-d, SEV (EPYC 7763). Direct competitor: EPYC 9374F rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+; EPYC 7763 rivals Xeon Platinum 8380.
| Feature | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP | VT-x, VT-d, SEV |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9374F launched at $4850 MSRP, while the EPYC 7763 debuted at $7890. At current prices ($3466 vs $1513), the EPYC 7763 is $1953 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9374F delivers 23.7 pts/$ vs 55.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 7763 — making the EPYC 7763 the 80.9% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9374F | EPYC 7763 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4850-39% | $7890 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3466 | $1513-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.7 | 55.8+135% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2021 |
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