Xeon W-3265M vs EPYC 8124P
Xeon W-3265M
EPYC 8124P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3265M
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8124P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,500) | ✅ More affordable ($639) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+457%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,500) | ✅ More affordable ($639) |
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 W-3265M and EPYC 8124P
Xeon W-3265M
The Xeon W-3265M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 35,506 points. Launch price was $6,353.
EPYC 8124P
The EPYC 8124P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.45 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 36,079 points. Launch price was $639.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3265M packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 8124P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon W-3265M has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon W-3265M versus 3 GHz on the EPYC 8124P — a 42.1% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3265M (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.45 GHz). The Xeon W-3265M uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the EPYC 8124P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3265M scores 35,506 against the EPYC 8124P's 36,079 — a 1.6% lead for the EPYC 8124P. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon W-3265M vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8124P.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+53% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+10% | 2.45 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB | 64 MB (total)+94% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+2300% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 5 nm-64% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 35,506 | 36,079+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3265M uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 8124P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon W-3265M versus 4800 on the EPYC 8124P — the EPYC 8124P supports 48.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8124P supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 1024 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 6-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3265M) vs 96 (EPYC 8124P) — the EPYC 8124P offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C620 (Xeon W-3265M) and SP6 (EPYC 8124P).
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933 | 4800+64% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 2048+100% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 96+50% |
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 W-3265M) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 8124P). Direct competitor: Xeon W-3265M rivals EPYC 7402; EPYC 8124P rivals Xeon Gold 6426Y.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, IOMMU |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3265M launched at $6300 MSRP, while the EPYC 8124P debuted at $639. At current prices ($3500 vs $639), the EPYC 8124P is $2861 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3265M delivers 10.1 pts/$ vs 56.5 pts/$ for the EPYC 8124P — making the EPYC 8124P the 139.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | EPYC 8124P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6300 | $639-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3500 | $639-82% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.1 | 56.5+459% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2023 |
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