Xeon 6511P vs EPYC 4465P
Xeon 6511P
EPYC 4465P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6511P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4465P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($815) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+100%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($815) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
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 Xeon 6511P and EPYC 4465P
Xeon 6511P
The Xeon 6511P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 51,286 points. Launch price was $815.
EPYC 4465P
The EPYC 4465P 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 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: 50,216 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6511P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 4465P offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon 6511P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Xeon 6511P versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4465P — a 25% clock advantage for the EPYC 4465P (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon 6511P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the EPYC 4465P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6511P scores 51,286 against the EPYC 4465P's 50,216 — a 2.1% lead for the Xeon 6511P. L3 cache: 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6511P vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4465P.
| Feature | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+33% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+48% |
| L3 Cache | 72 MB (total)+13% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm-25% | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 51,286+2% | 50,216 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,800 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6511P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4465P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6511P versus 5200 on the EPYC 4465P — the EPYC 4465P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6511P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon 6511P) vs 2 (EPYC 4465P). PCIe lanes: 136 (Xeon 6511P) vs 28 (EPYC 4465P) — the Xeon 6511P offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon 6511P) and AM5 (EPYC 4465P).
| Feature | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 5200+103900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+3355443100% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 136+386% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4465P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6511P) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4465P). The EPYC 4465P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon 6511P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon 6511P targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon 6511P rivals EPYC 9684X; EPYC 4465P rivals Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6511P launched at $815 MSRP, while the EPYC 4465P debuted at $399. At current prices ($815 vs $399), the EPYC 4465P is $416 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6511P delivers 62.9 pts/$ vs 125.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 4465P — making the EPYC 4465P the 66.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6511P | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $815 | $399-51% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $815 | $399-51% |
| Performance per Dollar | 62.9 | 125.9+100% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2025 |
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