Xeon Platinum 8571N vs EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
EPYC 4585PX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($826) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+92%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 Platinum 8571N and EPYC 4585PX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 4800 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
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 Platinum 8571N packs 52 cores / 104 threads, while the EPYC 4585PX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 36 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX — a 35.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 2.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8571N uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4585PX uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8571N scores 68,385 against the EPYC 4585PX's 70,563 — a 3.1% lead for the EPYC 4585PX. L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 52 / 104+225% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.7 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 4.3 GHz+79% |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+134% | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 68,385 | 70,563+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 60,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 DDR5-4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8571N versus 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX — the EPYC 4585PX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8571N supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) vs 2 (EPYC 4585PX). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) vs 28 (EPYC 4585PX) — the Xeon Platinum 8571N offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) and AM5 (EPYC 4585PX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 5600+111900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+1677721500% | 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 Platinum 8571N) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4585PX). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454; EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | 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 |
| Target Use | Cloud Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8571N launched at $599 MSRP, while the EPYC 4585PX debuted at $699. At current prices ($418 vs $826), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $408 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8571N delivers 163.6 pts/$ vs 85.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4585PX — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 62.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-14% | $699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $418-49% | $826 |
| Performance per Dollar | 163.6+92% | 85.4 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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