CPU
GPU
Ryzen Embedded R2544
EPYC 8324PN
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2544
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8324PN
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2544 | EPYC 8324PN |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2544 | EPYC 8324PN |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) | ✅ 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 Ryzen Embedded R2544 and EPYC 8324PN
Ryzen Embedded R2544
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,486 points. Launch price was $149.
EPYC 8324PN
The EPYC 8324PN is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.05 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 8,375 points. Launch price was $2,125.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the EPYC 8324PN offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the EPYC 8324PN has 28 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 versus 3 GHz on the EPYC 8324PN — a 20.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2544 (base: 3.35 GHz vs 2.05 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the EPYC 8324PN uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R2544 scores 8,486 against the EPYC 8324PN's 8,375 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2544. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 8324PN.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2544 | EPYC 8324PN |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 32 / 64+700% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+23% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.35 GHz+63% | 2.05 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+3100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 12 nm | 5 nm-58% |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 8,486+1% | 8,375 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the EPYC 8324PN uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2544 | EPYC 8324PN |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
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