Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs EPYC 4484PX
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
EPYC 4484PX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4484PX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($599) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1077%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($599) |
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 8562Y+ and EPYC 4484PX
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ 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 2.8 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,189 points. Launch price was $5,945.
EPYC 4484PX
The EPYC 4484PX 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,547 points. Launch price was $599.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 4484PX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus 5.6 GHz on the EPYC 4484PX — a 30.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4484PX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the EPYC 4484PX uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ scores 50,189 against the EPYC 4484PX's 50,547 — a 0.7% lead for the EPYC 4484PX. L3 cache: 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4484PX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+167% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 5.6 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz+57% |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+113% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 5 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 50,189 | 50,547 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 24,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,950 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4484PX uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4484PX — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) vs 2 (EPYC 4484PX). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) vs 28 (EPYC 4484PX) — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) and B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4484PX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80+186% | 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 Platinum 8562Y+) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4484PX). The EPYC 4484PX includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4484PX targets Workstation / Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F; EPYC 4484PX rivals Ryzen 9 7900X3D.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | Workstation / Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ launched at $5945 MSRP, while the EPYC 4484PX debuted at $599. At current prices ($7000 vs $599), the EPYC 4484PX is $6401 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ delivers 7.2 pts/$ vs 84.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4484PX — making the EPYC 4484PX the 168.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | EPYC 4484PX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5945 | $599-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $7000 | $599-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.2 | 84.4+1072% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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