CPU
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Ryzen 9 5950X
EPYC 7402
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5950X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7402
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+544%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,285) |
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 Ryzen 9 5950X and EPYC 7402
Ryzen 9 5950X
The Ryzen 9 5950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 45,353 points. Launch price was $799.
EPYC 7402
The EPYC 7402 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 46,012 points. Launch price was $1,783.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 5950X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7402 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7402 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5950X versus 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7402 — a 37.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5950X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen 9 5950X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the EPYC 7402 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 5950X scores 45,353 against the EPYC 7402's 46,012 — a 1.4% lead for the EPYC 7402. L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5950X vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 7402.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+46% | 3.35 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+21% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+100% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 45,353 | 46,012+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 28,546 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,299 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 12,622 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 5950X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7402 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Ryzen 9 5950X versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7402 — the Ryzen 9 5950X supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7402 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 5950X) vs 8 (EPYC 7402). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 9 5950X) vs 128 (EPYC 7402) — the EPYC 7402 offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM4 (Ryzen 9 5950X) and SP3,Rome (EPYC 7402).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+79900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 4096 GB+3355443100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 128+433% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 5950X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5950X) vs AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU (EPYC 7402). Primary use case: EPYC 7402 targets Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5950X rivals Core i9-10900K; EPYC 7402 rivals Xeon Gold 6242.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | AMD-V, SEV, IOMMU |
| Target Use | — | Server / Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 5950X launched at $799 MSRP, while the EPYC 7402 debuted at $1783. At current prices ($350 vs $2285), the Ryzen 9 5950X is $1935 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 5950X delivers 129.6 pts/$ vs 20.1 pts/$ for the EPYC 7402 — making the Ryzen 9 5950X the 146.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 5950X | EPYC 7402 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-55% | $1783 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350-85% | $2285 |
| Performance per Dollar | 129.6+545% | 20.1 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2019 |
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