Ryzen 9 7900 vs EPYC 4464P
Ryzen 9 7900
EPYC 4464P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7900
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4464P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($370) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+24%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($370) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
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 7900 and EPYC 4464P
Ryzen 9 7900
The Ryzen 9 7900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,168 points. Launch price was $429.
EPYC 4464P
The EPYC 4464P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 47,185 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 9 7900 and EPYC 4464P share an identical 12-core/24-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7900 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4464P — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen 9 7900 uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 4464P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 7900 scores 48,168 against the EPYC 4464P's 47,185 — a 2.1% lead for the Ryzen 9 7900. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7900 vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4464P.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+100% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 48,168+2% | 47,185 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 24,600 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,800 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM5 socket with PCIe 5.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7900 versus 5200 on the EPYC 4464P — the EPYC 4464P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 28 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650,AMD A620 (Ryzen 9 7900) and AM5,FL1 (EPYC 4464P).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | 5200+103900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+104857500% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 28 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen 9 7900) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4464P). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (Raphael) (Ryzen 9 7900) and AMD Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4464P) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7900 rivals Core i9-13900; EPYC 4464P rivals Core i9-13900.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (Raphael) | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 7900 launched at $429 MSRP, while the EPYC 4464P debuted at $429. At current prices ($370 vs $450), the Ryzen 9 7900 is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 7900 delivers 130.2 pts/$ vs 104.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 4464P — making the Ryzen 9 7900 the 21.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7900 | EPYC 4464P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429 | $429 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $370-18% | $450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 130.2+24% | 104.9 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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