EPYC 9455P vs Xeon 6747P

AMD

EPYC 9455P

48 Cores96 Thrd300 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2024

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Intel

Xeon 6747P

48 Cores96 Thrd330 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2025

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

EPYC 9455P

2024

Why buy it

  • Costs $1,678 less on MSRP ($4,819 MSRP vs $6,497 MSRP).
  • Delivers 55.0% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 24.3 vs 15.7 PassMark/$ ($4,819 MSRP vs $6,497 MSRP).
  • Draws 300W instead of 330W, a 30W reduction.
  • 45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

  • Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,962 vs 2,000).
  • Lower Geekbench multi-core (1,898 vs 45,000).
  • No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon 6747P

2025

Why buy it

  • +1.9% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
  • AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.7 vs 24.3 PassMark/$ ($6,497 MSRP vs $4,819 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon 6747P better than EPYC 9455P?
Yes. Xeon 6747P is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 1.1% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 2270.9% better Geekbench multi-core, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.
Which one is better for gaming?
If gaming is the priority, Xeon 6747P is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 1.1% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6747P is the better fit. You are getting 2270.9% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 48 cores and 96 threads.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Xeon 6747P is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 9455P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon 6747P is 34.8% more expensive on MSRP at $6,497 MSRP versus $4,819 MSRP, and it gives you a 1.1% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 9455P is also 55.0% better value on MSRP (24.3 vs 15.7 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Xeon 6747P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2024), more multi-core headroom with 48 cores / 96 threads instead of 48/96, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That extra cache should hold up really well in CPU-limited games and high-refresh builds.

Games Benchmarks

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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
1080p
low171 FPS188 FPS
medium142 FPS165 FPS
high122 FPS131 FPS
ultra99 FPS106 FPS
1440p
low150 FPS155 FPS
medium121 FPS131 FPS
high99 FPS100 FPS
ultra83 FPS82 FPS
4K
low84 FPS70 FPS
medium73 FPS63 FPS
high57 FPS49 FPS
ultra47 FPS40 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
1080p
low655 FPS520 FPS
medium566 FPS460 FPS
high459 FPS376 FPS
ultra397 FPS309 FPS
1440p
low546 FPS425 FPS
medium483 FPS383 FPS
high404 FPS321 FPS
ultra328 FPS256 FPS
4K
low331 FPS262 FPS
medium295 FPS239 FPS
high268 FPS212 FPS
ultra236 FPS176 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
1080p
low747 FPS849 FPS
medium634 FPS768 FPS
high590 FPS730 FPS
ultra519 FPS641 FPS
1440p
low561 FPS737 FPS
medium474 FPS662 FPS
high434 FPS626 FPS
ultra376 FPS558 FPS
4K
low405 FPS493 FPS
medium326 FPS402 FPS
high288 FPS364 FPS
ultra229 FPS303 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
1080p
low993 FPS1034 FPS
medium892 FPS916 FPS
high767 FPS789 FPS
ultra692 FPS670 FPS
1440p
low799 FPS848 FPS
medium696 FPS727 FPS
high594 FPS623 FPS
ultra525 FPS525 FPS
4K
low567 FPS613 FPS
medium503 FPS538 FPS
high441 FPS474 FPS
ultra387 FPS403 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9455P and Xeon 6747P

AMD

EPYC 9455P

The EPYC 9455P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 3.15 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 116,926 points. Launch price was $4,819.

Intel

Xeon 6747P

The Xeon 6747P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 288 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 330 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s), MRDIMM(8800MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 101,685 points. Launch price was $6,497.

Processing Power

Both the EPYC 9455P and Xeon 6747P share an identical 48-core/96-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the EPYC 9455P versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon 6747P — a 12% clock advantage for the EPYC 9455P (base: 3.15 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 9455P uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon 6747P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9455P scores 116,926 against the Xeon 6747P's 101,685 — a 13.9% lead for the EPYC 9455P. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,962 vs 2,000, a 1.9% lead for the Xeon 6747P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,898 vs 45,000 (183.8% advantage for the Xeon 6747P). L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9455P vs 288 MB (total) on the Xeon 6747P.

FeatureEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
Cores / Threads
48 / 96
48 / 96
Boost Clock
4.4 GHz+13%
3.9 GHz
Base Clock
3.15 GHz+17%
2.7 GHz
L3 Cache
256 MB (total)
288 MB (total)+13%
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
2 MB (per core)+100%
Process
4 nm
Intel 3 nm-25%
Architecture
Turin (2024)
Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark
116,926+15%
101,685
Geekbench 6 Single
1,962
2,000+2%
Geekbench 6 Multi
1,898
45,000+2271%
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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9455P uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6747P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6000 memory speed. The Xeon 6747P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 9 TB 199.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9455P) vs 8 (Xeon 6747P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9455P) vs 88 (Xeon 6747P) — the EPYC 9455P offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9455P) and C741 (Xeon 6747P).

FeatureEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
Socket
SP5
LGA4710
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-6000
DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity
9 TB+125%
4096 GB
RAM Channels
12+50%
8
ECC Support
Yes
Yes
PCIe Lanes
128+45%
88
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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9455P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6747P). Primary use case: EPYC 9455P targets Data Center / Single Socket, Xeon 6747P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9455P rivals Xeon 6766E; Xeon 6747P rivals EPYC 9555.

FeatureEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
Integrated GPU
No
No
IGPU Model
None
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V, SEV-SNP
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Data Center / Single Socket
High Performance Server
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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9455P launched at $4819 MSRP, while the Xeon 6747P debuted at $6497. On MSRP ($4819 vs $6497), the EPYC 9455P is $1678 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9455P delivers 24.3 pts/$ vs 15.7 pts/$ for the Xeon 6747P — making the EPYC 9455P the 43.2% better value option.

FeatureEPYC 9455PXeon 6747P
MSRP
$4819-26%
$6497
Performance per Dollar
24.3+55%
15.7
Release Date
2024
2025