Xeon Platinum 8160M vs EPYC 4545P
Xeon Platinum 8160M
EPYC 4545P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8160M
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4545P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($595) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($595) |
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 Platinum 8160M and EPYC 4545P
Xeon Platinum 8160M
The Xeon Platinum 8160M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 53,158 points. Launch price was $7,704.
EPYC 4545P
The EPYC 4545P 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 3 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: 54,255 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8160M packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4545P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8160M has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8160M versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P — a 37.4% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8160M uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the EPYC 4545P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8160M scores 53,158 against the EPYC 4545P's 54,255 — a 2% lead for the EPYC 4545P. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8160M vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz+46% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3 GHz+43% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB | 64 MB (total)+94% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+2300% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 53,158 | 54,255+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 850 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8160M uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the EPYC 4545P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon Platinum 8160M versus 5600 on the EPYC 4545P — the EPYC 4545P supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8160M supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) vs 2 (EPYC 4545P). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) vs 28 (EPYC 4545P) — the Xeon Platinum 8160M offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) and AM5 (EPYC 4545P).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | 5600+139900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 GB+838860700% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+71% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the EPYC 4545P 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 Platinum 8160M) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8160M requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8160M targets Datacenter. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8160M rivals EPYC 7401; EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Datacenter | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8160M launched at $5000 MSRP, while the EPYC 4545P debuted at $549. At current prices ($350 vs $595), the Xeon Platinum 8160M is $245 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8160M delivers 151.9 pts/$ vs 91.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 4545P — making the Xeon Platinum 8160M the 49.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5000 | $549-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350-41% | $595 |
| Performance per Dollar | 151.9+67% | 91.2 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2025 |
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