EPYC Embedded 8224P vs Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
EPYC Embedded 8224P
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC Embedded 8224P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+550%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,048) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
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 Embedded 8224P and Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
EPYC Embedded 8224P
The EPYC Embedded 8224P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.55 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 48,869 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,189 points. Launch price was $5,945.
Processing Power
The EPYC Embedded 8224P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the EPYC Embedded 8224P versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — a 31% clock advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ (base: 2.55 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The EPYC Embedded 8224P uses the Siena (2023−2024) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC Embedded 8224P scores 48,869 against the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+'s 50,189 — a 2.7% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC Embedded 8224P vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+.
| Feature | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 32 / 64+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.1 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 2.55 GHz | 2.8 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+7% | 60 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Siena (2023−2024) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 48,869 | 50,189+3% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC Embedded 8224P uses the SP6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC Embedded 8224P versus 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports 15.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 1152 — 112.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+). PCIe lanes: 96 (EPYC Embedded 8224P) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) — the EPYC Embedded 8224P offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+).
| Feature | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP6 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 5600+17% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1152 | 4096+256% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 96+20% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC Embedded 8224P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+). Direct competitor: EPYC Embedded 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y; Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F.
| Feature | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC Embedded 8224P launched at $855 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ debuted at $5945. At current prices ($1048 vs $7000), the EPYC Embedded 8224P is $5952 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC Embedded 8224P delivers 46.6 pts/$ vs 7.2 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — making the EPYC Embedded 8224P the 146.7% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC Embedded 8224P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $855-86% | $5945 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1048-85% | $7000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 46.6+547% | 7.2 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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