Xeon w7-2595X vs EPYC 7702
Xeon w7-2595X
EPYC 7702
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-2595X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7702
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,600) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,035) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+22%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,600) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,035) |
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 w7-2595X and EPYC 7702
Xeon w7-2595X
The Xeon w7-2595X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 26 cores and 52 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 48.75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 66,049 points. Launch price was $2,039.
EPYC 7702
The EPYC 7702 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 69,060 points. Launch price was $6,450.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-2595X packs 26 cores / 52 threads, while the EPYC 7702 offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the EPYC 7702 has 38 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2595X versus 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7702 — a 35.6% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-2595X (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon w7-2595X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 7702 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-2595X scores 66,049 against the EPYC 7702's 69,060 — a 4.5% lead for the EPYC 7702. L3 cache: 48.75 MB on the Xeon w7-2595X vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7702.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 26 / 52 | 64 / 128+146% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+43% | 3.35 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+40% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 48.75 MB | 256 MB (total)+425% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 66,049 | 69,060+5% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 48,442 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,436 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 21,758 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-2595X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7702 uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-2595X versus 3200 on the EPYC 7702 — the EPYC 7702 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7702 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w7-2595X) vs 8 (EPYC 7702). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w7-2595X) vs 128 (EPYC 7702) — the EPYC 7702 offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-2595X) and SP3 (EPYC 7702).
| Feature | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | TR4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 3200+63900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+52428700% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-2595X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-2595X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w7-2595X) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7702). Direct competitor: Xeon w7-2595X rivals Ryzen 9 9950X; EPYC 7702 rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-2595X launched at $2039 MSRP, while the EPYC 7702 debuted at $6450. At current prices ($1600 vs $2035), the Xeon w7-2595X is $435 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-2595X delivers 41.3 pts/$ vs 33.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 7702 — making the Xeon w7-2595X the 19.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2595X | EPYC 7702 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2039-68% | $6450 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1600-21% | $2035 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.3+22% | 33.9 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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