Xeon Gold 6548Y+ vs EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
EPYC 4585PX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,726) | ✅ More affordable ($826) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+334%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,726) | ✅ More affordable ($826) |
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 6548Y+ and EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 73,387 points. Launch price was $3,726.
EPYC 4585PX
The EPYC 4585PX 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 70,563 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 4585PX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX — a 32.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 2.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the EPYC 4585PX uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ scores 73,387 against the EPYC 4585PX's 70,563 — a 3.9% lead for the Xeon Gold 6548Y+. L3 cache: 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 5.7 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 4.3 GHz+72% |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+113% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 4 nm-60% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 73,387+4% | 70,563 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4585PX uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ versus 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX — the EPYC 4585PX supports 7.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+) vs 2 (EPYC 4585PX). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+) vs 28 (EPYC 4585PX) — the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+) and AM5 (EPYC 4585PX).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200 | 5600+8% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+1500% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80+186% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4585PX 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 Gold 6548Y+) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4585PX). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6548Y+ rivals EPYC 9454; EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ launched at $3726 MSRP, while the EPYC 4585PX debuted at $699. At current prices ($3726 vs $826), the EPYC 4585PX is $2900 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ delivers 19.7 pts/$ vs 85.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4585PX — making the EPYC 4585PX the 125.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3726 | $699-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3726 | $826-78% |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.7 | 85.4+334% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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