CPU
GPU
Xeon Gold 6342
EPYC 9224
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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6342
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9224
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,000) | ✅ More affordable ($1,199) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+158%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,000) | ✅ More affordable ($1,199) |
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 Gold 6342 and EPYC 9224
Xeon Gold 6342
The Xeon Gold 6342 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 230 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 47,076 points. Launch price was $800.
EPYC 9224
The EPYC 9224 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 48,573 points. Launch price was $1,825.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon Gold 6342 and EPYC 9224 share an identical 24-core/48-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6342 versus 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 9224 — a 5.6% clock advantage for the EPYC 9224 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6342 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the EPYC 9224 uses Genoa (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6342 scores 47,076 against the EPYC 9224's 48,573 — a 3.1% lead for the EPYC 9224. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6342 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9224.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.7 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+12% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+78% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Genoa (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 47,076 | 48,573+3% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6342 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9224 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6342 versus 4800 on the EPYC 9224 — the EPYC 9224 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 6144 of RAM. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6342) vs 12 (EPYC 9224). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6342) vs 128 (EPYC 9224) — the EPYC 9224 offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Gold 6342) and SP5 (EPYC 9224).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 4800+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
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 Gold 6342) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9224). Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6342 rivals EPYC 7443; EPYC 9224 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6342 launched at $2977 MSRP, while the EPYC 9224 debuted at $1825. At current prices ($3000 vs $1199), the EPYC 9224 is $1801 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6342 delivers 15.7 pts/$ vs 40.5 pts/$ for the EPYC 9224 — making the EPYC 9224 the 88.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6342 | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2977 | $1825-39% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3000 | $1199-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.7 | 40.5+158% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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