Core i7-12700K vs EPYC 4245P
Core i7-12700K
EPYC 4245P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12700K
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4245P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-12700K | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($285) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-12700K | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($285) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Core i7-12700K and EPYC 4245P
Core i7-12700K
The Core i7-12700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,347 points. Launch price was $409.
EPYC 4245P
The EPYC 4245P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,135 points. Launch price was $239.
Processing Power
The Core i7-12700K packs 12 cores / 20 threads, while the EPYC 4245P offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-12700K has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core i7-12700K versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4245P — a 7.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 4245P (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Core i7-12700K uses the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the EPYC 4245P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-12700K scores 34,347 against the EPYC 4245P's 31,135 — a 9.8% lead for the Core i7-12700K. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-12700K vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4245P.
| Feature | Core i7-12700K | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 20+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+28% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 4 nm-60% |
| Architecture | Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 34,347+10% | 31,135 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,347 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 14,616 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-12700K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4245P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Core i7-12700K versus DDR5-5600 on the EPYC 4245P — the Core i7-12700K supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4245P supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-12700K) vs 24 (EPYC 4245P) — the EPYC 4245P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z690,B660 (Core i7-12700K) and AM5 platform (EPYC 4245P).
| Feature | Core i7-12700K | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 256 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-12700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4245P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-12700K) vs AMD-V (EPYC 4245P). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-12700K) and Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2) (EPYC 4245P) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4245P targets Entry-level Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-12700K rivals Ryzen 7 5800X; EPYC 4245P rivals Xeon E-2436.
| Feature | Core i7-12700K | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2) |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Entry-level Server / Workstation |
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