Xeon 6521P vs EPYC 4564P
Xeon 6521P
EPYC 4564P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6521P
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4564P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+22%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,517) |
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 6521P and EPYC 4564P
Xeon 6521P
The Xeon 6521P 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 64,761 points. Launch price was $1,250.
EPYC 4564P
The EPYC 4564P 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 64,387 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6521P packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4564P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon 6521P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon 6521P versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4564P — a 32.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 4564P (base: 2.6 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon 6521P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the EPYC 4564P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6521P scores 64,761 against the EPYC 4564P's 64,387 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon 6521P. L3 cache: 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6521P vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4564P.
| Feature | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 5.7 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 4.5 GHz+73% |
| L3 Cache | 144 MB (total)+125% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm-40% | 5 nm |
| Architecture | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 64,761 | 64,387 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,975 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,581 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6521P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4564P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Xeon 6521P versus DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4564P — the Xeon 6521P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6521P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon 6521P) vs 2 (EPYC 4564P). PCIe lanes: 136 (Xeon 6521P) vs 28 (EPYC 4564P) — the Xeon 6521P offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon 6521P) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (EPYC 4564P).
| Feature | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+127900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 136+386% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6521P) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4564P). The EPYC 4564P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon 6521P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4564P targets High-end Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon 6521P rivals EPYC 9354; EPYC 4564P rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.
| Feature | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, AMD-Vi |
| Target Use | — | High-end Server / Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6521P launched at $1250 MSRP, while the EPYC 4564P debuted at $1517. At current prices ($1250 vs $1517), the Xeon 6521P is $267 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6521P delivers 51.8 pts/$ vs 42.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4564P — making the Xeon 6521P the 19.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6521P | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1250-18% | $1517 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1250-18% | $1517 |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.8+22% | 42.4 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2024 |
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