Xeon w5-2455X vs EPYC 7303P
Xeon w5-2455X
EPYC 7303P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2455X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7303P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,049) | ✅ More affordable ($594) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,049) | ✅ More affordable ($594) |
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 w5-2455X and EPYC 7303P
Xeon w5-2455X
The Xeon w5-2455X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 37,109 points. Launch price was $1,039.
EPYC 7303P
The EPYC 7303P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 36,487 points. Launch price was $594.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-2455X packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 7303P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7303P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-2455X versus 3.4 GHz on the EPYC 7303P — a 30% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2455X (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon w5-2455X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 7303P uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2455X scores 37,109 against the EPYC 7303P's 36,487 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon w5-2455X. L3 cache: 30 MB on the Xeon w5-2455X vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7303P.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 16 / 32+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+35% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 64 MB (total)+113% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 37,109+2% | 36,487 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-2455X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7303P uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-2455X versus 3200 on the EPYC 7303P — the Xeon w5-2455X supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7303P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w5-2455X) vs 8 (EPYC 7303P). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w5-2455X) vs 128 (EPYC 7303P) — the EPYC 7303P offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2455X) and SP3 (EPYC 7303P).
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+50% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 | 4096+100% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-2455X 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 w5-2455X) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 7303P). Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2455X rivals Threadripper 7960X; EPYC 7303P rivals Xeon Gold 6330.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, IOMMU |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-2455X launched at $1039 MSRP, while the EPYC 7303P debuted at $594. At current prices ($1049 vs $594), the EPYC 7303P is $455 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-2455X delivers 35.4 pts/$ vs 61.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 7303P — making the EPYC 7303P the 53.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | EPYC 7303P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1039 | $594-43% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1049 | $594-43% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4 | 61.4+73% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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